How to Remove Blood Stains from Silk Fabric

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Lay the stained silk item on a flat surface.

   Do not rub, just blot so as not to spread the blood stain.
   
   Repeat the blotting process until you cannot get anymore of the blood.
   
   Make sure to change the cloth when needed. ,, If you don't have a spray bottle, get a clean cloth, dip it into the salt solution and blot it on the stained area.
   
   If you are working on a large stain, start on the edges and work your way towards the center; this is a strategy to contain the stain and to prevent it from spreading. ,,,, When the silk fabric is dry and the blood stain is still visible, do the removal method for tough blood stains.
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   Step 2: Blot the excess blood with a cloth or paper towel.

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   Step 3: Mix 1 teaspoon of salt with 1 cup of cold water and put the solution in a spray bottle.

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   Step 4: Spray the salt solution on the blood stain.

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   Step 5: Blot the area with a dry cloth

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   Step 6: Repeat the spraying and blotting process until the blood stain is gone or the cloth is not absorbing anymore blood.

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   Step 7: Rinse the affected area with cold water.

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   Step 8: Launder the silk item as you normally would.

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   Step 9: Lay it flat on a dry towel and allow it to air dry.

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