How to Remove Common Indian Household Stains: Turmeric, Curry, and More

How to Remove Common Indian Household Stains: Turmeric, Curry, and More

6/28/20242 min read

Hello Daily Wash Pro family! 🌟

In our Indian homes, we have lots of delicious food and bright colors, but sometimes that means tough stains on our clothes. From yellow turmeric to oily curry, these stains can be hard to remove. But don’t worry, we’re here to help! Here’s an easy guide to get rid of those stains.

Turmeric Stains

Turmeric is great in our food, but not on our clothes. Here’s how to remove it:

  1. Quick Action: Deal with the stain quickly.

  2. Cold Water: Rinse the stain with cold water.

  3. Lemon Juice: Put lemon juice on the stain and leave it for 15-20 minutes.

  4. Wash: Wash the clothes as usual in the washing machine.

Curry Stains

Curry is tasty but can leave tough stains. Try this:

  1. Blot: Blot the stain with a paper towel to soak up the sauce.

  2. Baking Soda: Make a paste with baking soda and water. Put it on the stain and leave for 30 minutes.

  3. Vinegar: Rinse with vinegar.

  4. Wash: Wash the clothes in the machine.

Tea and Coffee Stains

Love chai or coffee? Here’s how to fix spills:

  1. Cold Water: Rinse the stain with cold water.

  2. Baking Soda: Sprinkle baking soda on the stain and scrub with a toothbrush.

  3. Detergent: Put a bit of liquid detergent on the stain and leave for 5 minutes.

  4. Wash: Wash as usual.

Oil and Ghee Stains

Oil and ghee are common in our cooking. Here’s what to do:

  1. Cornstarch: Put cornstarch or baby powder on the stain to absorb the oil. Leave for 15 minutes.

  2. Brush Off: Brush off the powder and treat the stain with dish soap.

  3. Warm Water: Rinse with warm water and wash in the machine.

Henna and Kumkum Stains

Henna and kumkum are beautiful but can stain. Here’s an easy fix

  1. Milk Soak: Soak the stain in cold milk for 30 minutes.

  2. Vinegar and Baking Soda: Make a paste with vinegar and baking soda, put it on the stain, and leave for 20 minutes.

  3. Rinse and Wash: Rinse with cold water and wash as usual.

Final Tips

Don’t let stains ruin your clothes! Act fast and use these tips to keep your clothes clean.

Do you have any laundry tips? Share them with us in the comments or tag us on Instagram with #DailyWashPro. Happy washing!