How to Eliminate Wine Stains From a Rug or Tablecloth

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Pour white wine on top of the red wine stain.

   Although adding some white wine may not make the stain disappear, white wine neutralizes the chemicals in red wine making the stain easier to remove.
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   Step 2: Blot the area carefully using a clean

   Take care not to rub the stain, which can work the wine deeper into the fabric fibers. , The carbonation in the club soda may help to lift the stain.
   
   The salt in the soda helps to prevent the wine from absorbing deeper into the material.
   
   Saturate the stain with club soda and allow it to sit for a few minutes.
   
   Blot the spot again using a dry cloth to see if the stain goes away. , Saturate the stain with the solution and allow it to sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
   
   Use a clean cloth to blot the stain again. , Soak a sponge in the mixture, then lightly squeeze it until the sponge is wet but not dripping.
   
   Keep blotting the stain with the sponge until the stain is removed. , Cleaners known to be effective include Scotchgard's Oxy Carpet Cleaner, Wine Away, Shout and Quick & Brite, among others. ,,
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   Step 3: dry cloth.

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   Step 4: Pour some club soda onto the stain.

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   Step 5: Mix 1 tablespoon of ammonia into 1 cup of warm water.

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   Step 6: Add 1 teaspoon of liquid carpet shampoo

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   Step 7: laundry detergent or hand washing dish soap to 1 cup of hydrogen peroxide.

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   Step 8: Try a commercial stain remover if your attempts at removing the stain have not succeeded.

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   Step 9: Rinse the area with clean

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    Step 10: warm water and blot it dry one final time when you are satisfied.

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    Step 11: Call in a carpet cleaning professional if the stain is still visible.

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