ACID – Neutralise with weak solution of water and Bicarbonate Soda or Ammonia.
ADHESIVE TAPE – Lighter fluid
ALCOHOL – Luke warm water with detergent.
ANIMAL STAINS – Sponge with warm water. Add few drops of ammonia if colour affected
BATTERY ACID – Neutralise with weak solution water and Bicarbonate Soda or Ammonia.
BEER – Sponge with warm water.
BLOOD – Cold water.
BUTTER – Carbon Tetrachloride or Lighter Fluid.
BEETROOT – Sponge weak solution of common salt and cold water.
CARBON PAPER – Carbon Tetrachloride or Lighter Fluid.
CHOCOLATE – Sponge warm water and detergent. If on surface allow to dry and brush off.
CHEWING GUM – Kerosene or Turpentine.
COFFEE COCOA – Sponge immediately with warm water and detergent.
COOKING OIL – See Vegetable Oil.
CRAYON – See Carbon Paper.
CREAM – Sponge with cold water and detergent. If necessary follow with Carbon Tetrachloride when dry.
CUTICLE REMOVER – Sponge weak solution water and vinegar or Acetic Acid.
DEODORANTS – Sponge solution warm water, detergent and ammonia.
DYE STAINS – Send immediately to Taylors Master Valet.
ENAMEL – See Paint.
EGG – Cold water and detergent.
EYEBROW PENCIL – See carbon paper.
FLY SPECKS – Sponge with solution of warm water, detergent and Bicarbonate Soda.
FOOD STAINS – Sponge with warm water and detergent.
FRUIT STAINS – Weak solution water and Acetic Acid or vinegar.
GLUE – See Adhesive Tape.
GRASS – Warm water and detergent.
GRAVY – See Food Stains.
GREASE – Lighter fluid or Carbon Tetrachloride.
HAIR DYE – See Dye Stains.
ICE CREAM – Sponge cold water and detergent. When dry follow with Carbon Tetrachloride.
INDELIBLE PENCIL – DON’T TOUCH. Send to Taylors Master Valet. Keep moist by covering immediately with paraffin or light lubrication oil.
INK MARKING – See Indelible Pencil.
INK BALL PEN – See Carbon Paper.
JAM – Warm Water.
JELLY – Sponge with water.
TOMATO SAUCE – Sponge with warm water and detergent.
LIPSTICK – Carbon Tetrachloride. If necessary, follow with solution warm water, detergent and Ammonia.
MASCARA – See Carbon Paper.
MAYONNAISE – Weak solution detergent with ammonia.
MEAT JUICES – Weak salt and water solution.
MILDEW – Wash well. White wool garments can be treated with weak solution Hydrogen Peroxide, white cotton garments with weak solution Chlorine.
MILK – Cold water and detergent.
MUSTARD – See Mayonnaise.
NAIL POLISH and REMOVER – Dangerous to acetate fabrics. Sponge off with Amyl Acetate.
NICOTINE – Weak solution warm water, detergent and Bicarbonate Soda.
OIL (VEGETABLE) SALAD, OLIVE, SOYA BEAN – Unless quickly treated become “set.” Don’t use water. Keep moist with kerosene or light oil (paraffin) and send to Taylors Master Valet.
OIL (MINERAL) LUBRICATING – Carbon Tetrachloride or Lighter Fluid or Amyl. Send to Taylors Master Valet.
PAINT – Light surface stains may be removed with Turpentine. Otherwise treat as Indelible Pencil (see chart).
PERFUME – Wash solution water and Bicarbonate Soda.
PERSPIRATION – See perfume.
POLISH, SHOE AND FURNITURE – See Paint.
RUST – Send to Taylors Master Valet.
SOFT DRINK – See Beer.
SOOT – Use stiff dry brush. Follow with Carbon Tetrachloride or Lighter Fluid.
TAR – Either Turpentine, Benzol or Kerosene. If not successful, treat as paint.
TEA – Sponge immediately with solution warm water and detergent. Do not use petrol, Tetrachloride, etc.
URINE – Weak solution water, detergent and Bicarbonate Soda or Ammonia.
VARNISH – See Paint.
VOMIT – Warm water and detergent.
WAX – Carbon Tetrachloride or Lighter Fluid.
WINE – See Alcohol.
WHISKY – See Alcohol.

Other tips:
  • Many stains become 'set' if left untreated too long
  • NEVER apply heat to a stain
  • 'For long life, have clothes regularly 'DRY CLEANED'
  • Point out special stains to counter staff
  • Don't damage colours or fabric with hard rubbing
  • Place absorbent pad under material and sponge carefully
  • Don't iron while damp
  • Liquid detergents are recommended rather than soaps which may contain alkalis.

Disclaimer:
Whilst these are tried and proven cleaning techniques, Taylors Master Valet accepts no responsibility for any damage. Anyone wishing to use these instructions does so at their own risk, with no liability on our part.

If you are in any doubt, call intoTaylors Master Valet Drycleaner in Wairakei Rd.