Margaret J. wrote asking me if Retro Clean would remove a grease stain in fabric that had been washed. I contacted Larry at Retro Clean who replied:
There are many different kinds of grease. We have had a lot of luck removing food related grease from tablecloths, quilts and clothing, however something like automotive grease, not so much. It usually doesn’t matter if a textile has been washed previously. It shouldn’t cause any further problems, so it’s probably worth a try.
Margaret did give it a try and it worked! From Margaret:
Happy to report the what we thought was a dark grease stain came out. What I did — took 1 teaspoon retro clean and 1/2 cup of hot water and heated that solution 3 different times during the first day. The next day I put the cloth in a new solution and heated it once after that. It was a panel and I just stuffed the spot in a pint jar with the solution. Did not remove any color. I’d say great product Thanks so much —Margaret
So there you go… Retro Clean is definitely something to keep on hand :-).
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Nice to know this information. Thank you for sharing. Also thank you for previously telling us about LoLo bars. My hands are dry but once I start handling fabric especially wool they get so bad I end up with open areas. The LoLo bars have changed that.
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It’s the little things that are so nice to know about :-). I’m glad LoLo is working for you!
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Thanks for the info. I will need to get some of this to keep on hand.
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This is a really good thing!
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Sounds like a great product to have available for many things.
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Would love to try this for a stain I have at present on s quilt
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After receiving a 50-60 year old top that needs washing, this would be perfect for washing it before quilting.
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I’m wondering if it will take out stains in a 1890 quilt. It was embroidered by a 12 year old child. I would be upset if the red thread faded on the white linen.
Just wondering!
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That is a tricky question. Why don’t you email Larry Gonzales at info@retroclean.com . It might take him a bit to get back to you, but I bet he does. Please do let me know what you find out! Good luck!
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