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Baking Soda Is All You Need To Banish Blood Stains From Clothing
By ANDRA PICINCU
One of the best cleaning solutions to remove blood stains from clothes is baking soda. Due to its alkaline nature, it interacts with acidic compounds like blood and dissolves it.
It's mildly abrasive, so you can use it to scrub away stains from delicate fabrics, and it also acts as a natural deodorizer, leaving your clothes smelling fresh.
First, soak the garment in cold water and work into the stain with your fingers. If that's not an option, pat it with a clean cloth soaked in cold water.
Next, mix baking soda and cold water in a 2:1 ratio to make a paste. Apply this mixture to the blood stain, covering it completely.
Wait about half an hour, then gently blot the fabric with a damp cloth to draw the stain out. When you're done, wash the garment with all-natural or regular laundry detergent.
Lastly, air dry your laundry to keep the colors from fading and prevent shrinkage. This will also ensure that any remaining stains won't set into the fabric.