How to Remove Wine Stains from Clothes š·š§¼
Expert Tips to Save Your Favorite Garments
Spilled red wine on your favorite shirt? š· Donāt panicāwine stains are common, but theyāre treatable with the right technique and timing. Whether itās a white blouse, a formal dress, or a linen tablecloth, acting fast is key to saving your fabric.
At Ericās Specialty Cleaners, we treat wine stains on all types of garmentsāfrom delicate silks to crisp cottonsāwith safe, professional cleaning methods. Hereās what you can do at home (and when to bring it to the experts).

ā Step-by-Step: How to Remove Fresh Wine Stains at Home
š 1. Act Quickly
The sooner you treat the stain, the better. Once wine dries, it becomes much harder to remove.
š§» 2. Blot, Donāt Rub
Use a clean cloth or paper towel to blot the stain gently.
š« Never rubāit pushes the wine deeper into the fabric fibers.
š§ 3. Apply Salt (Optional for Red Wine)
If you’re out at a restaurant or donāt have access to cleaners, pour salt over the stain.
Salt absorbs the wine and can prevent it from setting until you can wash it properly.
š§ 4. Flush with Cold Water
Run cold water through the back of the stain to push the wine out of the fabric.
Avoid warm or hot waterāit can set the stain.
š§¼ 5. Use a Mild Detergent or Stain Remover
Apply a gentle stain remover or diluted liquid detergent, and let it sit for 5ā10 minutes before rinsing again.
š§ Pro Tip: For white fabrics, you can try a solution of hydrogen peroxide + baking sodaābut always test it first on a small, hidden area!
ā ļø When to Bring Wine-Stained Clothes to a Professional
Some fabrics need expert handling:
- Silk, wool, cashmere
- Formal dresses or suits
- Garments with embroidery or beads
- Set-in or dried wine stains
In these cases, donāt attempt home cleaningābring the garment straight to a dry cleaner.
š Ericās Specialty Cleaners ā Wine Stain Removal Experts
At Ericās Specialty Cleaners, we use professional spotting agents and eco-friendly solvents that penetrate deep into fabric without damaging it.
Why choose us? āļø Fabric-safe wine stain removal
āļø Wet cleaning available for delicate items
āļø Eco-conscious methods, no harsh chemicals
āļø Hand-finished for a polished result
Whether itās your wedding dress or your favorite dinner party shirtāweāll treat it with expert care.
š Need Help with Wine Stains?
Donāt risk ruining your clothes with DIY tricks. Let the experts help.
š Ericās Specialty Cleaners
1105 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005
š Call us today or schedule a pickup for stain removal!
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