How to remove putty?

Each office worker at least once visited the question: how to remove clerical putty? The same question probably arose among the mothers of schoolchildren. The stain, of course, is considered difficult to remove, but, knowing the features of removal, you can get rid of some types of dirt from trousers and school pants, and quickly enough and without much effort. In this article you will learn how and how to easily remove the corrector from the fabric.

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How to remove putty from clothes?

Is it possible to quickly erase and wash putty? A major role in spot removal is played by the basis of the corrector. There are 4 main types: water, alcohol or emulsion, based on solvent and bar-corrector with a tape-roller. Depending on the type of corrector, you will need such cleaning products:

• laundry soap;
• alcohol or any alcohol-containing liquid;
• acetone;
• petrol;
• nail polish remover;
• ammonia.

And also you will need such aids:

• cotton swabs;
• freezer;
• clean rags;
• a basin for soaking;
• brush;
• Washer.

Important! If you often work with various documents, information from another article of our portal about how to dilute the corrector.

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How to remove a spot from the corrector from clothes?

As already mentioned, the removal of contamination depends on the composition of the corrector. Read the instructions for wiping putty from the fabric, and get down to business.

How to get rid of water-based putty?

Water-based putty is most easily washed. To do this, you will need laundry soap. Follow this step by step guide:

1. Wash the stained area under running water with laundry soap.
2. Wash normally in the washing machine.

There is another way:

1. Soak a stained item in a cold soapy solution.
2. Leave on for 30 minutes.
3. Wash with powder in a typewriter.

How to remove alcohol-based corrector from clothes?

For an effective result, use any alcohol-containing liquid: cologne, vodka, aftershave, etc.

In this case, proceed as follows:

1. Wait until the putty dries on the clothes.
2. Use a brush to remove solid putty on the surface of the fabric.
3. Take a cotton swab.
4. Moisten with a product.
5. Wipe the stain.
6. Wash with powder.

Note: if after treatment with an alcohol-containing liquid the contamination has not disappeared, repeat the action 10 minutes after the last attempt, but before washing.

Ammonia will also help you. Use it this way:

1. Dilute ammonia with water in equal parts.
2. Apply solution to putty marks.
3. Leave on for 40 minutes.
4. Wash intensively.

Important! So that you do not have to waste time later on washing the putty, choose a more convenient option. Read the article"Which corrector to choose?" with a detailed description of the species and a rating of the best manufacturers.

How to remove traces of things from putty with a tape-roller?

With the right approach, the traces of such a corrector lag behind, like adhesive tape. In the first case, you can remove it by soaking. For this:

1. Soak the item in cold water with powder.
2. Leave for 1 hour.
3. Remove the tape from the surface of the fabric.
4. Machine wash with a detergent that is suitable for the fabric.

Note: if necessary, use a brush when removing the tape from the item.

Another interesting and simple option in which you need a freezer:

1. Put the thing in the freezer.
2. Leave for 1 hour.
3. Remove and rub the area of ​​contamination.
4. Wash normally.

Note: “freeze” the thing until the traces of the corrector disappear completely. This can happen from the third time, depending on the degree and prescription of pollution.

How to remove solvent based putty stains?

The most dangerous type of putty. It requires the use of aggressive agents, and some types of tissues do not tolerate it. Therefore, before applying the product you have chosen, try it on an inconspicuous area of ​​clothing. If everything is in order, get down to business.

You will need any solvent:

• petrol;
• acetone;
• nail polish remover.

Having decided on the tool, follow this instruction when working:

1. Turn the fabric inside out.
2. Place a clean cloth on the front of the garment.
3. Moisten a cotton pad with detergent.
4. Treat the stain.
5. Leave on for 30 minutes.
6. Soak a new disk with a tool.
7. Remove any remaining putty marks.
8. Wash a thing in the washing machine at maximum mode and with an additional rinse.

Note: Avoid rubbing dirt and detergent into the fabric. Move from the edges to the center of the spot when processing.

You can use a solution with ammonia. For this:

1. Mix ammonia and any solvent in equal proportions.
2. Dampen a clean cloth with a solution.
3. Rub the stained area.
4. Soak in warm water with powder.
5. Wash.

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Useful Tips

Try to remove the stain while it is fresh.

• Do not remove the stain from the corrector yourself from materials such as silk, wool, velvet and acetate. These fabrics are very delicate. Use dry cleaning services.
• If you are completely lazy to spend time cleaning things after inaccurate use of putty, just glue a nice applique on this place if the style of clothing allows.
• Do not wash your delicate items yourself before dry cleaning: the stain can be absorbed deeper, and in this case, dry cleaning will not be responsible for any remaining contamination.

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Even if you often have to use putty and you constantly find traces of it on your things, this will no longer be a problem for you. Now you know all the ways to remove stains from the corrector from clothes and you can safely use them, clearly observing the stated washing rules!