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5 Common Stains You Shouldn’t Try to Remove at Home

Some stains are better left to the professionals. Learn which spills need expert attention — and why Ardsley Park Cleaners is Savannah’s trusted solution.

Paris W.

June 19, 2025

5 Common Stains You Shouldn’t Try to Remove at Home

We’ve all been there — you spill something, panic, and try to scrub it out with the nearest cleaning product. But some stains can set permanently or damage your clothing if not treated correctly. At Ardsley Park Cleaners, we see these “DIY disasters” every week.

Here are five stains you should always leave to the professionals:

1. Red Wine

Blotting helps — but using hot water, club soda, or salt can drive the pigment deeper into the fabric. We treat red wine with gentle, targeted solvents that lift stains without harming delicate textiles.

2. Ink & Marker

Pen ink seeps into fabric fibers fast. Rubbing it usually spreads the stain. Dry cleaning solvents break down these oil-based marks more effectively than water-based stain sticks.

3. Grease & Oil

Butter, salad dressing, makeup — these greasy culprits cling to fibers. Home washing often leaves a dark ring, while our professional process completely dissolves oily residues.

4. Blood

It’s tempting to rinse blood with hot water — but that sets the protein-based stain. Our cleaners use enzyme-based agents and temperature-controlled methods to remove it safely.

5. Rust or Deodorant Buildup

Rust requires chemical rust removers not found in household products, and deodorant buildup can cause yellowing over time. We can restore your favorite items without damaging fabric integrity.

When it comes to stain removal, trust Savannah's experts at Ardsley Park Cleaners!

With two convenient Ardsley Park Cleaners locations, Savannah residents never have to risk ruining their clothes with risky home fixes. We’ll handle even the toughest stains — with green, fabric-safe methods.

Accident? We’ve Got You Covered.

Drop it off and let our pros work their magic. Your clothes (and your peace of mind) will thank you.