Sweatshirts with soft and warm material are often favored in many people's wardrobes. However, when the sweatshirt accidentally gets paint on it, cleaning it will be very difficult due to the nature of the fabric.
To solve this problem effectively, housewives need to quickly apply some of the following treatments to achieve optimal results.
The first step is to identify the type of paint that is on your sweatshirt. Water-based paint is usually easier to clean than oil-based paint.
In addition, whether the paint stain is fresh or dry should also be considered before applying the cleaning method. Fresh paint stains are easier to clean than paint stains that have dried and stuck to the fabric for a long time.
Use a blunt-edged object (like a spoon or knife) to gently scrape the paint off the surface of the fabric. Do this carefully to avoid damaging or tearing the fleece.
For water-based paint, soak the stained area in cold water. Then, use soap or a specialized detergent to clean the paint stain. For oil-based paint, use isopropyl alcohol (90-degree alcohol) or acetone to treat it.
Apply a small amount of alcohol or acetone to a clean cloth or cotton ball and gently rub the stain. Repeat this process until the stain is gone.
However, housewives should note that they should test the bleach on a part of the fabric to ensure that it does not damage the shirt. After cleaning the paint stain, wash the sweatshirt by hand with water, do not use water that is too hot because high temperatures can shrink or deform the fabric fibers.
Let the sweatshirt dry naturally by hanging it in a cool place, away from direct sunlight as this may affect the quality and color of the fabric.
