So what causes grass stains on clothes anyway? Grass and other plants contain chlorophyll, which gives it that vivid green color but can also leave a stain on your clothes. Be extra careful if playing on a freshly mowed lawn, as cutting the blades releases the chlorophyll. But stains happen, so read on to learn everything about grass stain removal.
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What you need
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Clorox® Clorox 2® for Colors Stain Remover and Laundry Additive
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Clorox® Disinfecting Bleach with CLOROMAX®
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Steps to remove grass stains from jeans & clothes
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Pre-soak
For heavily stained items, pre-soak for at least 30 minutes in warm water with a powder detergent containing enzymes.
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Pre-treat stain
Before washing, pre-treat with Clorox 2® for Colors 3-in-1. Apply a little product to the stain and gently rub in. Wait 10 minutes before machine washing.
TipDon’t let Clorox 2® dry out on the fabric; use a timer to keep track of the pretreating time.
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3
Machine wash
Read garment care instructions or launder as usual with your favorite detergent on the hottest recommended water setting using detergent and more Clorox 2®.
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4
Tumble dry
Repeat as necessary before machine drying.
Frequently asked questions
- How can I remove grass stains from surfaces?
For bleach-safe surfaces like stainless steel and plastic, after brushing away any loose grass, wipe them with a solution of ⅓ cup of Clorox® Disinfecting Bleach per gallon of water. Wait 6 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water and allow to air dry.
For other surfaces not appropriate for bleach, wipe away grass stains with Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes.