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How to remove red wine stains?

How to Get Red Wine Out of Clothes: Make Wine Spills Vanish
Many of us enjoy a glass of wine with a meal, while entertaining friends or snuggled up on the sofa. But white, rosé and particularly red wines cause noticeable stains on nearly all fabrics. But don’t panic – Vanish Gold Oxi Advance Multi Power Powder works to help treat stains, including red wine, brighten colours and get rid of odours in soaking^.
To help remove wine stains from clothes, it’s best to soak and then wash the garments using Vanish, as this will really enable our Oxi Advance formula to get to work. For stains on carpets, use our handy Vanish Gold Oxi Action 3in1 Stain Removal Spray. It helps treat spills and marks while eliminating odours.
To find out how to get optimal results, read on for more detailed instructions on how Vanish can help.
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Why Are Wine Stains So Stubborn?

White or red wine stains can be a real headache, so it helps to understand what makes them so tough to remove from clothing, carpets, and upholstery.
First, wine stains are more stubborn than other kinds of stains due to their chemical makeup. Grapes contain two components that can cause staining - tannins and chromogens. Tannins are an acidic compound found in other infamous stainers like grass, chocolate, and berries. They also create that classic acidic taste in red and white wines. Chromogens are the chemicals in our food and drink that create colour. For example, in red wine, a chromogen called anthocyanin is responsible for that bright red colour. This is the same chemical that causes the red colour in fruits like berries, which can also cause stains. The combination of chromogens and tannins is part of what causes wine to stain so badly.

Removing Red Wine Stains from Clothes

If you are wondering how to get red wine out of clothes, whether white or coloured, the first step is to act fast and remove as much excess liquid as possible. You can do this by blotting the area with a cloth or paper towel, or by running the affected area under cold water until the water runs clear. For stains on coloured clothing, use a product that will brighten colours and remove odours (in soaking on cotton), like Vanish Napisan Oxi Advance Multi Power Powder. For white fabrics, Vanish Napisan Oxi Advance Crystal White Powder is great for keeping whites white and removing odours (in soaking on cotton).
How to Remove Wine Stains from Clothes

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Instructions

  1. Fully dissolve ½ scoop (30g) in 7L of warm water (max 40°C).

  2. For best results soak whites or colours for 2 hours.

  3. After soaking, wash as usual using a good quality detergent alongside Vanish following In Wash instructions.

In Wash Instructions for top loader:

  • Vanish Napisan Oxi Advance Crystal White Powder: 1.5 scoops + detergent

  • Vanish Napisan Oxi Advance Multi Power Powder: 1 scoop + detergent

For front loader:

  • Vanish Napisan Oxi Advance Crystal White Powder: 1 scoop + detergent

  • Vanish Napisan Oxi Advance Multi Power Powder: Half scoop + detergent

Important: Before using Vanish, you should always follow the usage instructions on the packaging and follow its care advice.

How to Remove Wine Stains from Carpets & Upholstery

Some wine stains are more stubborn than others. For stains that won’t lift, even after removing excess liquid, try Vanish Preen Oxi Action 3in1 Carpet Stain Removal Spray. Even if you have missed a red wine stain and only noticed it hours later, don’t panic - this stain removal spray can even help with dried red wine stains. Follow these simple steps to help remove that pesky red wine stain.
How to Remove Wine Stains from Carpets & Upholstery

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Instructions

  1. Prepare: Remove excess dirt and stain. Turn the nozzle’s trigger to ON position whilst directing the trigger away from face. Then turn to OFF Position after use of the product. DO NOT squeeze the trigger in OFF position as this may cause the product to spit when turned ON.

  2. Apply: Spray on the stain and leave for max 5 mins.

  3. Clean: Blot the stain and remove excess product using a clean cloth. Repeat as necessary until the stain is removed. Ensure the surfaces are dry before stepping or sitting on them.

  4. Important: Before use check for colour fastness by testing a hidden area of the fabric, rug or carpet. Always follow the usage instructions on the packaging and follow its care advice. Keep out of reach of children.

  5. Amazing stain removal, odour elimination and helps reduce pet resoiling.

Tips

When treating a white or red wine stain, there are a few important tips to keep in mind to prevent a red wine stain from getting worse.

  • Act fast. If you begin treating a red wine stain as soon as it occurs, you have a much better chance of removing it. However, even if a red wine stain sets, high quality detergents or stain removers like Vanish products can still be used to help treat a stain.

  • Apply gentle pressure when blotting a stain. Being too rough or scrubbing an affected area can actually push excess liquid further into a surface. This is particularly bad for upholstered and carpeted surfaces, which can’t be easily thrown in the washing machine.

Important: Before using Vanish Napisan Oxi Advance, you should always follow the usage instructions on the packaging and follow its care advice.