HOW DO YOU REMOVE A RED WINE STAIN?

If you don't take many risks with white wine or champagne, it’s a whole different story with red wine! Don't worry, there are several tricks to remove that "big red stain." Here they are.

1) Fight fire with fire

This might surprise you, but one of the most effective solutions to get rid of a red wine stain is to use... white wine. Diluted with half a glass of vinegar and water, this drink works wonders. However, this solution works better on fabric or cotton clothes than on carpets or rugs. If this applies more to you, head to tip number 2.

2) Check your bathroom drawer

If you've spilled your glass on your carpet or rug, the best thing is to let the stain dry by covering it with flour. Once your carpet is dry, soak a cloth in makeup remover or shaving foam and dab the stain for about an hour. Rinse with water. If all goes well, the stain should disappear. If you don’t have shaving foam or makeup remover on hand, this technique also works with warm milk.

3) Grandma's remedies

If the stain is older, we recommend using stronger products, such as ammonia or strong alcohol, diluted with a little sparkling water. This technique is especially effective on leather (don't forget to open the window in the room you're in and protect your hands). You can also opt for a mixture of baking soda and lemon juice. In both cases, brush the stain well once it has been sufficiently soaked.

Things to avoid:

A common practice is to apply salt directly to the stained area. However, this is not recommended, as it tends to have the opposite effect by setting the stain, and it can also burn the fabric. Many people also tend to "throw" the garment directly into the washing machine. A natural reflex, you might say. However, the heat will cook the stain and permanently fix it into the fabric. It’s better to hand wash the garment, preferably with lukewarm water.