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How to Clean Fabric

Has a stain got you down? Looking to clean your fabric but worried about damagin it in the process? We've got you covered here with our videos, discussion boards, and slideshows. Take a look at our best, top, and newest projects to help you take your fabric from drab to fab and get it clean in no time. Enjoy all that Hometalk has to offer.

Cleaning Yellowing Pillows (and More)

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Cleaning Yellowing Pillows (and More)

Get Fabric Looking Like New

Check the label

Each fabric will have a care label that explains exactly how you can or can’t wash the item – make sure to check it every time.

Assess the stain

Figure out what type of stain is on the fabric so that you can plan for its removal accordingly.

Handwashing is best

If you’d like to avoid shrinking your clothes, the best method is hand washing with cold water.

Save your clothes from shrinkage

There’s nothing worse than shrinking something in the dryer. Save your fabric by air-drying it.

Take fabric out of the dryer

To prevent the smell of mildew, take clothes out of the dryer immediately when they're done.

More cleaning categories

Appliances

Appliances

Bathroom

Bathroom

Carpet

Carpet

Cast Iron Skillets

Cast Iron Skillets

Dishwashers

Dishwashers

Floors

Floors

Furniture

Furniture

Gutters

Gutters

House

House

Kitchen

Kitchen

Mattress

Mattress

Microwaves

Microwaves

Outdoor

Outdoor

Ovens

Ovens

Silver

Silver

Windows

Windows

Top Projects for Cleaning Fabric

Visit our top DIY fabric cleaning projects. Prepare to be impressed.

Remove Wine Stains in a Breeze With 5 Common Household Ingredients

Remove Wine Stains in a Breeze With 5 Common Household Ingredients

Another recurrent nightmare: I’m enjoying a romantic dinner and all of a sudden there’s vino...

Elena K, Hometalk TeamElena K, Hometalk Team
Whiten Yellowed Pillows Without Bleach

Whiten Yellowed Pillows Without Bleach

One thing that has always bugged me is how pillows tend to start yellowing over time. I always was...

Rob & Courtney M, Hometalk TeamRob & Courtney M, Hometalk Team
Removing Dye Bleeds Without Using Washing Machine

Removing Dye Bleeds Without Using Washing Machine

It is so maddening when dye from one article of clothing bleeds onto something else in the laundry...

Lisa MyersLisa Myers
How to Remove Dried Paint From Clothing

How to Remove Dried Paint From Clothing

If you are a DIYer, you probably have some clothing with dried paint on them. Here's how to remove...

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How to Sanitize a Sponge

How to Sanitize a Sponge

Sponges are some of the dirtiest things in a kitchen. Even though we use them to clean our dishes,...

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9 Cleaning Hacks That Actually Work!

9 Cleaning Hacks That Actually Work!

Hi everyone! Over the past year I've come across endless cleaning hacks and I decided to put them to...

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Removing Tough and Odd Stains

Removing Tough and Odd Stains

Stains can be such a challenge to remove and I put some to the test. Here are a few ways I found to...

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Carpet Deodorizer and Banishing "Wash"

Carpet Deodorizer and Banishing "Wash"

Commercial carpet deodorizers are great for getting the stink out of carpets and loosening up pet...

Tara L. CallaghanTara L. Callaghan
Removing Five Tough Summer Stains

Removing Five Tough Summer Stains

Summer is here and that means playing outdoors and eating all of those great summer foods but that...

Alicia WAlicia W
Homemade Fabric Softener

Homemade Fabric Softener

Homemade Fabric Softener? Why not! I started making my own DIY Laundry Soap, click here for...

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Popular Slideshows for Cleaning Fabric

Awesome slideshows of how to clean fabric yourself. Get creative!

Sleep Better at Night With These 9 Cleaning Bed Hacks

Sleep Better at Night With These 9 Cleaning Bed Hacks

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The Best Stain Removal Tricks on the Internet

The Best Stain Removal Tricks on the Internet

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Use Scrap Fabric to Update Your Furniture and Your Home

Use Scrap Fabric to Update Your Furniture and Your Home

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Fabric Cleaning Videos

Check out our DIY video tutorials on how to best clean fabric yourself. Enjoy.

How to Remove Pen Ink From Clothes - Using One Unusual Product!

How to Remove Pen Ink From Clothes - Using One Unusual Product!

Want to know how to easily remove pen ink from clothing? Check this out!! I was getting pen ink...

Maura WhiteMaura White
How To Do Your Own Laundry

How To Do Your Own Laundry

Have someone in your life who needs to learn how to do their own laundry? Maybe a college kid? (...

Kara S.Kara S.
Dish Soap: The Ultimate DIY Cleaning Solution

Dish Soap: The Ultimate DIY Cleaning Solution

DIY Cleaning Solutions for Six Common ProblemsI don’t particularly enjoy cleaning and I certainly...

Kara S.Kara S.

Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Fabric Cleaning Projects

We present you with the best DIY fabric cleaning projects. Take a look.

Spring Cleaning a Slipcovered Ikea Sofa: Try This at Home!

Spring Cleaning a Slipcovered Ikea Sofa: Try This at Home!

Now that Spring has sprung, it's time for a little spring cleaning! Upholstered couches are great,...

Birdz of a FeatherBirdz of a Feather
Testing & Washing Bed Pillows

Testing & Washing Bed Pillows

Do you test and wash your bed pillows?

Dolly SarrioDolly Sarrio
Stained Fabric to Perfection!

Stained Fabric to Perfection!

As a volunteer at a thrift store, I have a first look at many of the donations that are brought to...

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How to Clean Feather Pillows

How to Clean Feather Pillows

I never thought I would say this, but I actually think the more you clean, the more you actually...

Megan AubreyMegan Aubrey
The Easiest Way to Clean Your Shower Curtain Liner

The Easiest Way to Clean Your Shower Curtain Liner

The other day I heard someone say you can clean your plastic shower curtain liner by putting it in...

Sarah | Birch Landing HomeSarah | Birch Landing Home
Clean a Vinyl Shower Curtain Liner

Clean a Vinyl Shower Curtain Liner

I used to buy a new shower curtain liner every 4 to 6 months but I didn't like the idea of throwing...

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Popular Cleaning Fabric Discussions

Join the discussion board on DIY fabric cleaning. See what's trending now.

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How can I clean the car interior?

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New Fabric Cleaning Projects

Browse our new DIY fabric cleaning projects that are trending at Hometalk.

DIY Carpet Cleaning

DIY Carpet Cleaning

We cleaned our carpets using household ingredients and got excellent results! Visit our blog (link...

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How to Clean Suede

How to Clean Suede

I brought out my summer sandals and found that the suede insoles were very soiled looking. See...

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Homemade Washing Detergent

Homemade Washing Detergent

Home Made Washing Detergent is an amazing non toxic way to clean your clothes! You will not see a...

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How to Vacuum Carpet

How to Vacuum Carpet

Have you ever thought about if there is truly a "right" way to vacuum carpet?
Here are the steps:
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DIY Wool Dryer Balls-Eco Friendly Chemical Free

DIY Wool Dryer Balls-Eco Friendly Chemical Free

You will need:
6 Skeins of 100% Wool Yarn (Patons Classic 100 % Wool Yarnworks well. If you have
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Making Fabulous Fabric Flowers!

Making Fabulous Fabric Flowers!

Ever wonder how to make those cute, little flowers you see on headbands, shirts, purses and...

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Browse Fabric Cleaning Projects

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Since I have been on Pinterest, for about a year and a half, I have wanted to make my own laundry...

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Four Ways to Do Laundry Faster

Four Ways to Do Laundry Faster

Laundry duty is not a popular activity. This is a bummer, because the average family cleans over 400...

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Homemade Laundry Detergent

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Safe for septics and HE Washers, this homemade laundry detergent can be made in just a few minutes. ...

Annette W.Annette W.
How to remove sour smell from wet clothes

How to remove sour smell from wet clothes

Have you ever found yourself with a load of wet clothes you forgot to dry? This is a great how to...

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Homemade Baby Stain Remover

Homemade Baby Stain Remover

When I found out I was expecting, all my readers were excited to see what Chemistry Cachet would...

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Tips for Line Drying Clothes

Tips for Line Drying Clothes

No more stiff jeans or scratchy towels...and did you know there's a right way to hang your shirts...

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