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How to remove sports stains

Summertime is when your kids are outside playing sports with friends and neighbors. They’re going to have a lot of fun, and get a little messy at the same time. But don’t fret! We can help you remove those rough and tumble sports stains.

Remove Dirt stains:

Presoak the cloth in 20 Mule Team Borax® and hot water, then wash with Purex detergent in the warmest water recommended on the garment label. For heavy stains, use Purex with Oxi. Don’t forget to test an inside seam for colourfastness.

Remove Mud stains:

Let the stain dry then brush off as much mud as possible. Let it soak overnight in water with Purex detergent and 20 Mule Team Borax. Pretreat with Purex detergent before laundering in the warmest water recommended on the garment label. Test an inseam then use Purex with Oxi® for heavier stains.

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