Ink
Ballpoint
- In general treat immediately by applying methylated spirits from the reverse side of the fabric (Do NOT use on rayon, acetate or triacetate) holding a pad of clean, white cloth over the stain to absorb the removed ink. Repeat this process until no more ink can be removed. Always check the garment for colourfastness before using methylated spirits.
- If the stain has been fully removed try soaking the garment overnight in Omo Small & Mighty Top Loader or Front Loader. The soaking water should be as hot as the fabric will allow. Always check for colourfastness and dye stability before soaking.
Texta / Water-based Ink
- Soak the garment overnight with one Omo Small & Mighty Top Loader or Front Loader. The soaking water should be as hot as the fabric will allow. Rub carefully around the edge of the stain before leaving to soak. Always check for colourfastness and dye stability before soaking.
- Wash as normal.
NOTE: Complete removal of ink can be very difficult to achieve.
Remember: Always read the care label to make sure that your garment will not be damaged when you attempt to remove the stain.
Need to know more? Ring the Omo Careline 1800 225 508.
Most stains vanish completely if you act fast and wash the garment normally,
but some are more difficult to remove and require special attention.
This section covers every aspect of stain removal - advice about what you should
do before you attempt to treat a stain, and a guide with useful hints on how to
remove those particularly difficult ones.
Prior to treating any stain, please refer to the section titled Before You Start.