How to Remove Butter
Butter leaves a greasy, translucent stain that soaks into fabric quickly and won't come out with water alone.
What Makes This Stain Tough
Butter is mostly fat, so water just rolls off it. You need dish soap applied directly to the stain to cut through the grease before washing. Cornstarch can absorb fresh butter if applied right away.
How to Identify Butter Stains
Translucent, darkened greasy spot on fabric
May have a yellowish tint on light fabrics
Feels slick or oily to the touch
General Tips for Butter Stains
Key tip: Don’t add water first. Apply dish soap directly to the stain.
Blot, never rub. Rubbing spreads the stain and pushes it deeper into fibers. Always blot from the outside in to contain the affected area.
Test first. Always test any cleaning solution on a hidden area before applying to the stain. Wait 5 minutes and check for discoloration or damage.
Need Professional Help with Butter?
Some butter stains are too set, too deep, or too large for DIY methods. Beyond Clean Team has the commercial-grade tools and expertise to handle what you can't.
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