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How To Remove Ink Stains From Clothes

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Ink stains can be very difficult to remove, but this method often works.
Difficulty: Average
Time Required: 10 minutes

Here's How:

  1. Place an absorbent paper towel or rag under the stain.
  2. Saturate the stain with an alcohol-based hair spray.
  3. Blot the stain with a rag or paper towel.
  4. Repeat, if necessary, until stain is removed.
  5. Launder as usual.

Tips:

  1. Test the hair spray on an inconspicuous area first.

What You Need:

  • Hairspray
  • Laundry Soap
  • Paper Towel or Rag
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