Whether it’s a stubborn size sticker on a new pair of jeans or a kid’s birthday sticker that won’t come off cleanly from a shirt, sometimes sticky things don’t mix well with clothes. If you find yourself in a sticky situation, read on for tips on removing that pesky residue.
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What you need
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Clorox® Clorox 2® for Colors 3-in-1 Liquid -
Alcohol-based hand sanitizer -
Bucket
Steps to remove sticker residue from clothing
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Mix 1 capful of Clorox 2® for Colors 3-in-1 Liquid in 1 quart of water
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Soak garment for up to 1 hour
This should dissolve the adhesive that is holding the sticker.
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3
Apply alcohol-based hand sanitizer, if needed
If the sticker is only partially removed, then you may need to apply a little alcohol-based hand sanitizer to any remaining sticker residue to loosen it.
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Machine wash
Machine wash the garment with detergent and more Clorox 2® for Colors 3-in-1 Liquid.
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5
Air dry
Repeat if needed for complete success.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I remove sticky residue from hard surfaces?
Did you know you can use Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes to remove residue from hard, nonporous surfaces like plastic and glass? Check out How to Remove Sticker Residue with Disinfecting Wipes.