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Stains are an integral part of the everyday life of every woman, especially if she is a mother. Some of them disappear as long as they are treated with soap and water, but in most cases even treating them with some “magical” detergents sold on the market doesn't help. Just try to remember how many favourite pieces of clothing you have given up on because of the stains covering them.

So, in order to put an end to this kinds of experience once and for all, we offer you a couple of tricks and tips that will help you deal with the stubborn stains and bring a new life to the clothes you have thought you won't be able to wear any more.

Orange juice stains, chewing gum stuck on the couch, colour pastels on the carpet and splashes of oil on the tablecloth – sounds kind of familiar, doesn't it? No matter if you or the kids have done this kind of havoc unintentionally, your anger usually takes over everything else and prevents you from thinking straight.

Well, with a little ingenuity and timely actions, stains can be only a memory you can laugh at. However, before we move on the the specific methods for dealing with the most stubborn stains, you will have to remember the three basic rules when dealing with some stains that cover your clothes.

1. Pre-treatment of the stain

Remember that this is not only an integral part of the stain removal process, but this is probably the most important part, because some stains soak deep into the fibres of the fabrics. Usually some water mixed with a little detergent applied on the stain will partially decompose the dirt and will help you clean the clothes more easily.

2. The sooner you start cleaning the stain, the better

Remember that the chances of completely removing the stain are bigger if you start cleaning it before it went dry.

3. Before using any detergents, do not forget to test their effect on a small area of the facric

This is the only way you may be sure that there won't be any unwanted effects on your clothes.

How to remove a blood stain?

Put the piece of clothing under some cold water and rub gently with your fingertips. If that is not enough, sprinkle some baking soda or salt and continue the procedure. If that is not enough either, use some washing powder and a soft brush, but be careful not to ruin the fabric in any way.

How to remove grass stains?

Soak the piece of clothing in a solution of hot water and some detergent. If it comes to a rougher fabric, you can try using a small soft brush in order to make the detergent's particles penetrate easily into the fabric. Wait for a few minutes and check how the things are going on. If there are still some yellow-brownish stains left from the grass, try with treating the stains with a home-made solution of water and vinegar or water and salt, and in some extreme cases – with some methyl alcohol.

How to remove an ink stain?

Ink stains are easily removed from fabrics with some hairspray. What you need to do? Put a piece of clean cloth under the stain and spray until the fabric goes moist. Then leave it like that for a few seconds and rub with another clean cloth. Repeat the procedure until the ink is gone and wash the clothes immediately.

How to remove a mud stain?

First, and most important of all, wait for the mud to get dry and then brush it with a hard brush from the surface of the fabric, but be careful in order not to damage the piece of clothing. Then apply some mild stain cleaning detergent and some water and rub in order to make some foam. Rinse with clean water. If there is still some mud left, soak the stain in a home-made solution of vinegar and water, but try to be as careful as you can be, because you don't want to ruin the fabrics. Wash thoroughly.

Author Bio: Monica provides carpet cleaning services in her home town London. She really enjoys her work and loves to learn new things