Stain Removal Is A Skill That Will Save Your Kids Money
I have to admit it, if there was a challenge to make a stain, I would ace that one. But stain removal … not so much. The only thing I do have is plenty of stains to practice on. Plus I have children who seem to get something on them multiple times a day. We are a messy family to say the least.
Well, there are lots of ways of removing stains and they vary depending on what the problem is. I have a sneaky suspicion that you already know some time-tested methods of eliminating nasty stains. But have you ever stopped to show your kids how to do it? I often assume they know a skill like stain removal until they can’t do it. Then I remember I never officially taught them. Please tell me I’m not alone.
Stain Removal Instructions
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First, get an old piece of carpet or an old shirt. If you don’t have any at home, carpet stores will usually give away scrap cuts. If you use a shirt, make sure it’s not your favorite one. We’re gonna practice on it.
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Create a stain you often have to deal with. I am forever spilling ketchup on my shirt. I would recreate that!
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Do some research. There are, of course, many resources out there with great information
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Make sure you try any solution on the carpet/shirt in question in an area that will not be noticed. Some cleaning solutions can mildly stain the carpet/shirt.
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Prepare an action plan for the next time there is a stain-making spill.
