11 Jul Removing Egg Stains from Clothes and Carpets

 What kind of eggs do you like? Do you prefer semi-cooked, boiled, or maybe even egg salad? But you will not be happy seeing the stains these delicious eggs can create on your clothes. Do you know what to do if you get an egg stain on your clothes while mixing eggs for cooking? Do you always immediately take the clothes under the water, or do you have a different method for this stain? So read today’s article carefully to learn how to remove egg stains from clothes and carpets.

Removing egg stains from clothes

Removing protein stains

The first thing you need to know about egg stains on clothes is that this stain is made of protein. The best way to remove the protein stain is to soak the clothes in cold water before the main wash. Egg stains usually contain other substances, but the protein is the first to be addressed.

Avoid hot water

Never use hot water to wash egg stains from clothes. Hot water does something to the protein, which is called protein cooking. Using hot water to remove egg stains from clothes strengthens the bond between the protein in the egg and the clothes’ fibres. It also makes the stains almost impossible to remove.

Removing stains residue

Use a dull knife or spoon to remove the egg solids from the clothing and remove as many of these pieces as possible. Don’t use a paper towel or a cloth to rub the stained part because the egg particles will sink into the fabric and spread on a more excellent surface and depth. If you can’t immediately soak the stained part of the garment in cold water, dip a white washcloth or paper towel in cold water and gently dab it over the stain. As you soak the egg stain in cold water, use a soft-bristled brush to scrub the fabric gently. This step will make some egg stain particles loosen and separate from the clothes.

Removing egg stains with water and salt

This method is a simple way to remove egg stains that don’t harm the environment and is the best way to clean coloured clothes. First, pour some salt into cold water and soak the clothes in this solution for a few minutes. Gently rub the stain with your hands, but if the fabric isn’t delicate, you can use a toothbrush, a brush or a thick cloth. Then remove the clothes from the salt water and wash them in 30-degree water with a suitable washing powder according to the recommended method for the clothes. Note that hot water can stabilize the stain, but cold water dissolves the egg better and cleans it thoroughly.

Using the right solvent

After the cold water soaking, you can tackle the other ingredients of egg stain. On the greasy parts of the clothes, apply some stain remover containing solvent ingredients. If you don’t have a suitable stain remover that you can use to pre-stain, you can use a solid laundry liquid containing enzymes for this purpose. The enzyme in this detergent loosens the bond between oil molecules and clothing fibres and helps to separate them from the clothes as quickly and efficiently as possible.

For best results, rub the laundry detergent into the stained area using your finger or a soft-bristled brush. Patience is the key to success in this stain removal method. Let the stain remover and detergent stay on the egg stain for at least 15 minutes. This step makes the bond between the oil and the fibres loosen and makes it easier to wash clothes in the machine. After this step, wash the garment according to the tips mentioned on the care and washing instructions tag.

Removing the old stain

To remove an old or dried egg stain, scrape the dried parts from the fabric. Then soak the garment in a mixture of oxygen bleach and water. Use lukewarm water to prepare this mixture and then soak the whole clothes. Allow the clothes to remain in this mixture for at least an hour. Then wash it as usual. You can safely use oxygen bleach on white and coloured garments that you can wash at home. But applying this liquid to remove stains from silk, woollen clothes, and any clothes that contain some leather isn’t suitable.

Using a dryer

Always check to see if the stain is completely removed before putting the garment in the dryer. The high heat generated makes the stain much more difficult to remove from clothes.

Removing egg stains from ‘dry-clean only’ clothes

When the egg stains your favourite sweater or silk blouse, the first thing you should do is remove the egg residue from the garment using a dull knife or spoon. You can use a white cloth soaked in water to tap the garment gently. But in the end, your delicate clothes need thorough and professional washing. If these clothes’ special care and washing tag show a “dry cleaning only” sign, you should take such delicate garments to the nearest certified dry cleaner. Always be honest with the dry cleaners and tell them everything you know about the type and time of the stain.

Mentioning these points will allow them to do their job the best possible way, and you will be more satisfied with the result. You must know that the quick treatment of the stain on the clothes is the most crucial point you should follow. Therefore, if you think you don’t have enough time to go to the dry cleaners, Use household laundry detergent. In this case, before putting the clothes in a unique dryer bag and dryer, remove the stains using the stain remover included in the package.

Removing egg stains from the carpet

Removing stains

If eggs or food containing eggs are spilt on the carpet, remove any egg solids from the carpet using a dull knife or spoon. Remember that you shouldn’t wipe these materials; Because it will only cause the egg stain particles to penetrate deeper into the fibres.

Using the right solvent

To remove the egg stain from the carpet, mix one tablespoon of ammonia with two cups of warm water. Then apply it to the stained area to altogether remove the stain. Another method is to mix two tablespoons of dishwashing liquid and two cups of cold water. Dip a sponge, clean cloth or soft brush in this solution.

Apply the cleaner to the outer parts of the stain first and gradually approach the centre. Dab the area with a clean white cloth or paper towel to transfer the stain from the carpet to the fabric. Wipe a clean part of the tissue on the carpet so that no egg stain is left to transfer to the tissue. Dip a clean white cloth in empty water to wipe the remaining cleaning materials from the carpet. This work is vital because any amount of cleaning or detergent remaining between the carpet’s fibres will attract more dirt.

Drying

Keep tapping the carpet fibres with the wet cloth until there’s no detergent left. After these steps, allow the carpet to dry in the open air away from heat or direct sunlight. Vacuum the rug so that the fibres of this area return to their previous state.

Cleaning the egg stain from the slipcovers

you can also use the exact stain removal solutions and products for carpets to remove egg stains from slipcovers fabric. While doing this, be careful not to get the slipcovers too wet. The cloth and foam behind this fabric quickly absorb moisture, and the thickness of the slipcover fabric will prevent this moisture from evaporating. Therefore, the sofa fabric and upholstery may remain moist for a long time. It will also lead to the formation of fungus and even the loss of the upholstery fabric. If your slipcover is made of silk or antique material, be sure to consult a dry cleaner so that you don’t damage it during stain removal.

To wrap up

We deal with eggs in different ways every day, and while cooking and eating, our clothes may get dirty and contaminated with this substance. But any other composition that contains raw or cooked eggs may stain clothes. In any case, if your clothing is contaminated with egg stains, check the clothing care label and ensure that it’s harmless before applying any substance or method to it.  If you don’t have the opportunity or patience to wash your clothes, you can count on the specialized NeatEx team. With the most advanced tools and the latest knowledge, we will deliver your clothes of the best quality as soon as possible. Don’t damage your valuable clothes with improper washing. NeatEx washes your clothes in the best way and ensures you have clean and tidy clothes.