How to remove slime from clothes
The first thing you need to do is remove the remaining slime from your clothes mechanically . You can do this with a plasticine stack, a dull knife, or just your fingernails.
Next, based on the type of fabric, select and apply a suitable solvent . These can be either home remedies (alcohol, vinegar, peroxide, etc.) or purchased ones (Vanish, Antipyatin, Dr. Beckmann, etc.). We will tell you how to choose a solvent further.
The last step is washing . To remove the remaining slime and solvent, place the item in the washing machine or wash it by hand in the usual way.
How to clean slime from a T-shirt
You can get rid of slime on a T-shirt, tank top and any other small item by freezing it . Place the soiled item in the freezer for several hours. Frozen slime can be easily wiped off mechanically .
To freeze a slime stain on clothing, place the items in a sealed plastic bag and place in the freezer.
How to remove slime from pants or trousers
For jeans or other items made of thick cotton, cleaning with gasoline . Instead of gasoline, you can also use kerosene or Runway RW-40 machine lubricant . Apply the liquid to the stained area and leave for 7-10 minutes. Now wipe the stain with a napkin or cotton pad soaked in ammonia. All that remains is to wash the clothes in the usual way for complete cleaning .
There is another way : mix turpentine, baking soda and potato starch in equal proportions. For better effect, you can add a few drops of ammonia. You should have a thick paste. Apply a thick layer of it to the slime stain. After the mixture dries, it needs to be brushed off and the trousers washed.
Cleaning denim from smart plasticine
Basic methods using improvised means
There are many ways to remove stains from a children's “living” toy, and you don’t need to use professional products to do this.
Household chemicals
You can use regular dishwashing detergents; the best choice would be “Myth”, “Fairy” or “Sorti”. You need to apply a little gel to the slime stain and rub lightly, leave for 60-120 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
Clothes must be washed with washing powder. This method “works” especially well on fresh, just left stains from a toy.
Alcohol, gasoline
As for chemicals, using isopropyl alcohol or gasoline (purified) may be a good option. It is enough to wipe the stain with the mentioned means (a cotton pad or gauze napkin is soaked in them) and leave the item “alone” for 10-20 minutes, after which carry out the usual washing in the machine.
These complex chemical compounds are especially effective against “old” stains that were simply forgotten in their time.
Salt, ammonia, lemon juice
From “available” substances you can prepare a special mixture against slime stains:
- combine 2 teaspoons of sea salt with the same amount of ammonia in a bowl;
- add 5 drops of lemon juice to the mixture.
The finished mixture should be applied to the problem area, lightly rubbed into the fabric and left for 10-15 minutes. If the mark from a children's toy is “old” and already permanently dried, then the mixture should be on the fabric for 20-30 minutes. The clothes are then washed as usual.
Each of the listed chemical methods can harm the appearance of the fabric, so first the selected product is applied to an area of clothing that is not visible to others (for example, the wrong side near the seam). If after 20-30 minutes the integrity of the fabric and its color remain unchanged, then you can use the product for its intended purpose.
Car cleaner
If the slime remains on your clothes, then you can remove it without a trace... RW-40 is a means for removing contaminants from car parts, to restore their functionality after moisture gets on them. You need to moisten the toy with this product, wait 5-10 minutes - and you can easily remove it. The stain will remain, but it will be much easier to remove.
Watch this video on how to remove slime from clothes:
How to remove slime from hair
Slime can really cause a lot of problems if it sticks to your hair. Many people immediately take up scissors, however, you can remove the slime in simple ways.
With oil
Take vegetable oil, Vaseline, rich cream or baby oil. Apply generously to hair where it is dirty. Use a fine-toothed hair comb to comb out the anti-stress hair, adding oil periodically. When the bulk is removed, wash your hair with laundry soap and hot water.
With ice
If you have a small piece of slime or hand gum stuck to your hair, you can try freezing it. Apply ice cubes to the stained strand and wait a little. When the anti-stress freezes, it will become hard and brittle. It will be easy to pull it out by hand or comb it out with a comb.
Slime in hair
How to remove using mechanical methods?
If a large piece of slime has stuck to the fabric, it is not recommended to wash the item immediately. The sticky mass does not dissolve in water and will remain on the surface. It is necessary to clean it off as quickly as possible.
Suitable for this:
- brush;
- wooden spatula;
- plastic spatula;
- butt (blunt side) of the knife;
- a plastic card;
- tool for working with plasticine.
Sharp objects (knife blade, scissors) will cut through the sticky mass faster, but the risk of damaging the material will increase significantly.
Some housewives use tape or pieces of slime. It is enough to stick the product to the contaminated area, sharply tear it off and repeat until all the substance has left the tissue.
Even dried slime can be removed mechanically. The method is fundamentally not suitable for delicate fabrics; for them it is better to use freezing.
How to clean slime from carpet or upholstered furniture
As in all other cases, the first thing to do when you find a stain on a carpet or sofa is to remove the remaining substance mechanically. You need to scrape the stain from the edges to the center, and not vice versa!
There are different methods for further cleaning.
Folk remedies
- Laundry soap. Generously soap the carpet or furniture where it is dirty and leave for an hour. Use a brush or sponge to remove any remaining slime and wipe the stain with a damp cloth.
- Dishwashing liquid. Squeeze enough detergent onto the stain so that it covers the entire surface of the stain with a layer of 1–2 mm. Leave for two hours and finish cleaning with a sponge and damp cloth.
- Ammonia. It is enough to leave it on the site of contamination for 5–10 minutes. But! Ammonia can harm some carpets, discoloring not only the stain, but also the pile itself. Therefore, before using it, it is better to test ammonia on a small area of the carpet in an inconspicuous place (corner).
Chemicals
When starting to work with chemicals, be sure to follow the following rules:
- Gloves. Even if the product is not very aggressive, rubber gloves will still not harm you. Chemistry is chemistry, and its contact with the skin of your hands will not bring anything good. You can get away with mild irritation or allergies, or you can get a chemical burn, so it’s better to be safe.
- Instructions. Read the instructions on the label carefully. It will indicate the required dosage for certain types of contaminants, the necessary safety measures, and many other important nuances. By the way, if you use more detergent than necessary, you can burn a white stain on colored clothes.
- Fabric type. Ask the seller to help you choose a stain remover for the exact fabric you are going to clean. For different types of fabric - different chemicals, otherwise the product may either not work or act too strongly and ruin the material.
The following products are most effective for cleaning slimes and handgams:
- Antipyatin;
- Spray Help;
- Vanish Oxi Action.
The product is applied according to the instructions on the package, after which it is removed with a damp cloth. Some household chemicals can also affect the color of your carpet and furniture! We recommend testing it first in an inconspicuous place.
Detergents for removing stains from carpet
Ice
If you place an ice pack on a slime stain, it will freeze and can be removed mechanically.
Removing slime from carpet and furniture at home
There are times when not only fabric products deteriorate, but also floors or furniture. In these situations, you can use other methods.
Mechanical cleaning options
If the slime is not stuck too much, you can wipe it off with physical effort. It is necessary to collect its small particles with the slime itself. It is recommended to remove the remains, for example, with tweezers or a hard brush.
Folk remedies
How to clean a carpet? Another solution would be folk remedies. The advantage of the technique is the easy availability of ingredients and the possibility of using them at a convenient time.
Laundry soap
You can wash off dried slime with this product. To do this you will need:
- rub the stain with laundry soap so that it evenly covers the problem area;
- wait 30 minutes;
- treat the area with warm water.
Hydrogen peroxide
You can also remove slime with this pharmaceutical product. It is universal in the fight against pollution. You will need to wet the contaminated area with peroxide, and then use the back of a knife or tweezers to remove the remaining slime.
Products for professional carpet cleaning
You can use professional formulations. They are effective, so they deal with slime stains faster.
What can you use in this case? For example, one of the Vanish or Faberlic products. The company presented last supplies several types of stain removers to the market.
All of them actively fight against all types of pollution. In this situation, a composition in the form of a powder or spray is suitable. Consult with experts first to determine the best way to wash it.
Another product that helps clean slime is Amway. Note that:
- the company is not inferior to other manufacturers in terms of quality;
- the brand supplies a number of products that quickly and easily deal with dirt stains if they are very difficult to wipe off;
- To quickly restore the condition of the carpet and remove slime from it, use a powder composition.
How to remove slime from bed linen or blanket
- Glycerin, turpentine and ammonia. Mix 2 tbsp. l. glycerin, 3 tbsp. l. turpentine and 3 tbsp. l. ammonia. This mixture is well suited for cleaning colored items, as it gently removes stains without affecting the color of the fabric itself. Apply it to the stained area and leave for 2-3 hours, after which simply wash in any convenient way.
- Ammonia and peroxide. Mix alcohol and hydrogen peroxide in a 1:1 ratio and pour generously onto the stain. After 5-10 minutes, wash the item in the washing machine or by hand. If necessary, repeat the procedure several times. This method is best applied to cotton products.
- Coca Cola. Wash the item stained with slime by mixing any washing powder with Coca-Cola in a 1:1 ratio. This can be done either manually, in a basin of warm water, or in a washing machine.
Removing handgams from fabric
Special cases
Sometimes mucus stains appear in unexpected places after your child plays, so it's important to know how to clean different surfaces.
Removing slime stains from blankets and rugs
Apple cider vinegar can help remove slime from a blanket or bedspread. Dilute it with water in a 1:1 ratio and treat the desired stains. A hair mask will help with the braid.
Cleaning carpet and upholstered furniture from slime
Traces of slime can often be seen on furniture or carpets. The first thing to do is scrape off any particles left on the carpet. Then wash the stain using one of the above folk recipes or using special ready-made products for cleaning carpets and upholstered furniture: “Vanish”, “Faberlic”, “Amway”, “Big Wash”.
Cleaning the ceiling
If the ceiling is covered with wallpaper, it can no longer be saved.
If there are stains on the suspended ceiling, wiping with alcohol wipes to wipe away the dirt stains will help get rid of the stains. The same cleaning method is also suitable for ceilings with plastic lining.
Treat marks on a wooden ceiling with gasoline or cut potatoes.
Remove slime from hair
You can remove slime stuck in your hair with any vegetable oil you have on hand (olive oil, sunflower oil, sesame oil, peanut oil).
Comb the area of hair where the residue is stuck with oil. Once the slime has softened, remove it with a sponge or cloth.
Fat body cream, hair mousse or Vaseline work in a similar way. You can also use ice. Wrap dirty hair in it for a while, and then clean off any remaining slime. Using the same method, you can remove plasticine from your hair.
How to remove slime from a wall or ceiling
If you throw anti-stress at a wall or ceiling, it can stick and leave a greasy stain. How to remove such a stain depends on the type of coating.
- Paintable wallpaper. If the walls are covered with water-repellent paint, the stain can be removed with hydrogen peroxide or alcohol. Dip a rag in your chosen product and rub the stain.
- Paper wallpaper. Such wallpaper must be cleaned very delicately so as not to damage it. Apply a cloth to the stain and iron it. The fat will heat up and be absorbed into the napkin. But removing stains from paper wallpaper is in principle ineffective.
- Tree. If the walls are lined with wood, purified gasoline is most effective. Apply it to a rag and rub the stain. You can also use raw potatoes. Cut it in half and apply the cut side to the dirt. The starch will absorb the fat.
- Plastic panels. Plastic panels can be easily cleaned with a rag soaked in alcohol or ammonia.
If the stain cannot be removed, you can paint it over with paint of a suitable color, cover it with a piece of wallpaper, or cover it with a decorative element (painting, drawing, wall sticker, etc.).
When is the best time to go to dry cleaning?
In some cases, the stain cannot be removed at home. Sometimes you shouldn’t even try, otherwise you can completely ruin the thing.
- Old stains. If the stain is more than a week old, only a specialist can remove it;
- Valuables. When cleaning yourself, there is always a risk of ruining the item, so it is better to immediately take expensive and valuable items to dry cleaning.
- Delicate materials. Materials such as silk, velvet, suede, etc. are not recommended to be cleaned at home, as they are very easy to damage.
Nowadays, many dry cleaning salons offer their services at home. This is convenient if the stained item is large (sofa, carpet).
Advice from experienced housewives on how to remove slime from fabric at home
Games with slime (from the English Slime - “slime”) are a popular pastime for modern teenagers and children.
A plastic jelly-like mass with unique physical properties is capable of stretching, flowing, becoming dense and even bouncing off hard surfaces.
When it gets on the fabric, the mucus spreads, penetrates deeply into the structure of the fibers and gradually dries out. This causes a lot of trouble for mothers. Removing traces of children's play from textiles at home is a difficult task.
We'll tell you in this article how to remove slime from fabric - blankets, rugs, jeans and other things.
