How to remove Moment glue from clothes?
Surely in every home there is the same superglue that can glue both a broken vase and a broken table. Such a miracle remedy, of course, is an irreplaceable thing in the household. But it happens that he accidentally gets on the clothes. Is it possible to wipe off the remnants of the glue and remove the stain from it from the clothes so that it looks perfect again, how to do it correctly, will be discussed in this article.
Features of the composition
Glue "Moment" is not just glue, it is a product with a special composition, due to which it possesses its unusual super properties.
Unlike any other glue, this one cures almost instantly., has high strength and calmly withstands changes in temperature and humidity. That is why, if glue gets on your clothes, it is not so easy to get rid of it. After drying, and this happens almost instantly, a stain remains on the clothes, which spoils the mood with its terrible appearance.
But do not get upset ahead of time, as there are means and methods that are guaranteed to help get rid of this problem.
How can you withdraw?
In order to remove traces of superglue on your clothes, you will need a solvent. Let's start by looking at the chemicals that can be purchased at many hardware and hardware stores.
Now in stores you can often find a special tool, which is designed specifically to wash off the remnants of strong glue without problems. One has only to apply a couple of drops of this agent, which is popularly called "anti-glue", to the contaminated area, and after a few minutes you can clean it off with a regular napkin or dry cloth. After that, the thing can be easily washed off, and there will be no more stains.
If there is acetone in the house, then it is quite possible to use it as a cleaning agent. It will be enough to moisten a cotton pad a little in this liquid and wipe the stain with it.
After the remaining glue has been removed, it is recommended to wash the clothes in the usual way. In the same way, you can get rid of the stain with gasoline.
But there is one danger. If the glue gets on the clothes from a delicate type of fabric, then you should not use the above means, as they can damage the product by breaking the fibers. In this case, experts recommend using the most common nail polish remover that every woman has in her home. The contaminated area should be thoroughly treated with a cotton pad previously moistened with the above liquid. In order for the stain to completely go away, you can leave the clothes for twenty minutes, and then they should be washed.
If you have acetone-free nail polish remover in your home, it is ideal for removing glue. from products made of very delicate and capricious fabrics. As a rule, after using such a liquid, small spots remain on the surface of the fabric, which look like spots of fat. But this is not a problem either. After all, you can easily get rid of them with the simplest tool that you use for washing dishes.
Methods for cleaning fabric
In addition to methods using chemicals, there are other methods that are more gentle. From year to year, experienced housewives independently invent effective methods of dealing with various kinds of stains. There are effective methods that can be called folk.
If the drops of glue have already frozen on the surface of the clothing, then you can safely send it to the freezer for two hours. The glue will then come off easily and the stain can be wiped off.
If the stain is still fresh, it is recommended to immerse the stained item in a bowl of warm water. After an hour, you can scrub the stain with a brush and it will easily come off. From interaction with very warm water, all the super properties of the glue will be destroyed.
The most common citric acid can also help get rid of this kind of stain. Take half a glass of warm water and add a tablespoon of citric acid to it. Wait for it to completely dissolve. Then the liquid with a cotton pad should be applied to the stain and left for fifteen to twenty minutes. The glue stain can then be easily removed with a brush or hard sponge. But it is also quite possible to replace citric acid with regular table vinegar.
Whichever cleaning method you choose, it is recommended that you wash the item after cleaning the stain.
Color
Wipe off the glue very carefully from colored clothes, for example, your favorite pants, jacket or jeans. For example, if you want to wipe off a stain with one of the chemicals, there is a chance that the color of the fabric will fade. After such cleaning, a light stain may well remain on the clothes, since the paint of the material may come off a little, fade. Therefore, in order not to spoil a good thing, there are other methods that are quite suitable for getting rid of such stains at home.
It is quite possible to get rid of superglue stains.using the most common laundry soap. It is necessary as soon as the stain appears on the clothes, soak it in warm water. Jeans or a shirt should be immediately soaped and immersed in water. It is especially recommended to treat areas contaminated with glue carefully.
In the event that, after soaking and washing in a soapy solution, the stain has not disappeared, then you can add a little vinegar to the basin with a solution. Do not be afraid to use it in the case of colored things, as table vinegar has the ability to strengthen the dye of the fabric. Many housewives even add it if they want the laundry not to fade during washing.
If the stain is very large and dry, you can pour some vinegar directly onto it. Just remember that it must be the vinegar you eat. If it is a multi-percent acid, then it must be diluted.
White
Removing the glue stain with the above tools on white fabric is also not very difficult if you know some secrets. For white products, it is quite possible to apply one of the chemicals that we talked about above. They will help to easily remove the remnants of the super-product and thereby allow you to thoroughly clean the thing from the stain.
White fabrics have one peculiarity. You can erase the stain, the glue will disappear, but a yellow speck may appear in its place, which is not easy to clean. Therefore, if you need to get rid of a stain on white clothes, then it is better to use "Whiteness". This product should be applied directly to the stain. Just apply a few drops to the stained area and rub in with a cotton pad or toothbrush. After about ten to fifteen minutes, clothes can be safely washed.
This way, you can easily remove the glue stain without deteriorating the fabric. And also for white products, you can use the method using laundry soap and citric acid, which we described above.
It is not recommended to clean stains from white fabrics with acetone or gasoline, as stains may remain, which are almost impossible to remove later.
Useful Tips
And finally, a few more recommendations and useful tips, which will definitely come in handy in the fight against Moment glue stains.
- In the event that the glue has dried, you need to do the following.Wet the item and walk over the problem area with a small piece of butter. The glue is very unfriendly to fats, so the oil will help dissolve the particles. Rub the stain and you will see the glue gradually break down. The remaining glue can then be removed with a dishwashing liquid.
- If the glue gets on the woolen product, then you should wait for it to dry completely and only then start cleaning. This is best done with gasoline.
- Try to get rid of the stain as soon as the glue is completely dry.
- On coarse fabrics, glue can be removed using sharp objects such as the blade of a thin knife.
- If the glue is on a leather or suede surface, you can get rid of it with a nail file. This must be done very carefully so as not to damage the product. Using light pressure, make circular motions and so gradually the glue residues will disappear.
- If the glue is left on the clothes, then after a while, it will begin to crumble. The fibers of the fabric will break down and a small hole may well form at the spot. The thing will be completely ruined.
- Before getting rid of stubborn glue stains, soak clothes in hot water. You can add some liquid dish soap, powder, or regular baking soda. The garment should be left on for a few hours, and then one of the appropriate cleaning methods can be used.
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