How to remove corrector from clothes?

The proofreader is a very popular tool among the population using paper media. For the first time, its analogues appeared in the 50s of the twentieth century. Over the past years, they have undergone colossal changes that seem insignificant at first glance.

This clerical putty has long been used by employees of offices and government agencies. It is easy to use and allows you to get rid of mistakes made in documents and notebooks. However, if the corrector is used carelessly, stains may appear on the clothes, which are not easy to remove. Schoolchildren, students, office workers often face the problem of cleaning things.

To determine what actions to take for cleaning, you need to know what chemical composition the corrector has. It is impossible to determine it completely, since it is usually a secret of the manufacturer. There are chemical compounds that are present in any corrective composition, regardless of the company. These include calcium carbonate and titanium dioxide or highly refined gasoline.

The most important criterion is the basis, the composition of which is always indicated.

The simplest and most environmentally friendly type of "stroke". It uses water as a solvent, so correctors are afraid of low temperatures. They are safe for children and allergy sufferers because they are odorless and non-flammable. Water samples are suitable for any paper quality. If the solution thickens, then it can be diluted with water and used again. Users note as a disadvantage the long drying time - about 1 minute.

An alcohol-based concealer is more effective than the first one because it dries faster. The solvent is alcohol, which makes it resistant to low temperatures. However, the "stroke" highly flammable and has a strong odor therefore, they must be used with caution.

Oil emulsion combines the advantages of the first two types of correctors. In domestic stores is rare and more expensive.

There is a division of corrective products according to the structure into liquid and dry.

The first group includes the following:

• Correction fluids. They are produced in the form of a plastic bottle, the cap of which is equipped with a brush or applicator. Today, this type of corrector can be considered obsolete, since manufacturers offer more convenient forms.

• In the form of a pencil or pen. In this case, the rod is filled not with ink, but with correction fluid.The principle of operation - when pressing on the body, made, as a rule, of soft plastic, a corrective agent enters the resulting void. Advantage - ergonomics and accuracy in correcting small details, disadvantage - difficulties when working with large text. In addition, users note the littering of the writing node, since the “stroke”, drying out, clogs it. The instructions advise not to forget to close it with a protective cap.

• Dry type correctors include rollerballs. A special twisted tape is placed in a convenient plastic case, which is applied when the roller is held over the surface of the sheet with pressure. The track width varies from 4 to 6 mm. The composition adheres tightly to the paper and is almost invisible. The advantages are the ability to write immediately, no spilling and freezing, good ink coverage. As a rule, the chemical composition of the tape provides practical whiteness, continuity and strength. The lack of a dry “stroke” is a break in the corrective tape if the product is used in violation.

The first rule when a corrector gets on your clothes is not to panic and do not rub the stain, no matter how it hits. A fresh trace must be blotted with a dry cloth, moving from the edge to the center. While the stain dries up, you can study the composition and decide on a method for removing it.

Water-based putty is the easiest to remove from clothing. It is enough to put a handkerchief under the stain so that the stain does not spread to the sides, and rub it with laundry soap. The main thing is not to rub too hard. Leave it in this form for a few minutes so that the soap components destroy the elements that make up the corrector. In this case, it is not necessary to completely immerse the thing in water. Subsequently, the thing should be washed in the washing machine at maximum speed or manually.

As an operative intervention, experts also advise using a stain remover. To do this, it must be applied to a contaminated place and left for 1-2 minutes, then loaded into an automatic machine and add another 100-150 ml to the drum with linen. Wash at a water temperature not higher than 30-35 degrees.

Even if there was no soap or powder at hand, do not despair. In the case of a water corrector, shampoo or dishwashing detergent is useful.

To dissolve the alcohol corrector, you can either purchase a special liquid "Antishtrich" or use any other liquid that contains alcohol: vodka, cologne, tonic. The algorithm of actions will be as follows:

• You need to wait until the pollution dries.

• Then clean it off your pants or jeans with a nail file, brush or any other hard object. These actions will prevent the stain from growing.
• The thing is laid on a hard surface, which is previously covered with a clean towel or cloth. The main thing is that this lining does not shed. The area around the site of contamination should be gently wetted with water, which will preserve the boundaries of the stain without increasing it.After a piece of clean cloth or a cotton swab, treat the stain with an alcohol solution, moving from the edges to the middle. You can't press hard on it. After 15 minutes, the procedure should be repeated.
• At the end, the item will need to be washed in the washing machine.

Processing with the anti-stroke tool is similar. After removing hard dried traces, the contamination is covered with a special substance, and after a while it is blotted with a clean napkin.

You can not treat clothes with perfume or toilet water. Firstly, they have a persistent smell that is difficult to get rid of. Secondly, they contain little alcohol, so the effect may be weak.

Removing an oil-based “touch” from a trouser or jacket can be a pain, as removing such stains is like removing emulsion paint from surfaces. The easiest way is to take the item to the dry cleaners.

At home, before removal, dried residues are removed with a brush or nail file. Pre-soaking is contraindicated. Then you can use a chemical designed for this purpose.

Easiest to apply ammonia solution. To do this, water is mixed with ammonia in a ratio of 2: 1 and the stain is wiped with cotton pads or a clean cloth. This should be done from the wrong side of the product, placing napkins on the front side. After 15-20 minutes, the thing is washed in running water. At the end of the treatment, the clothes should be washed in the machine as usual.

Some advise using nail polish remover or other household chemicals. In any of the proposed options, the stain is treated from the wrong side, after checking the reaction of the material to the solvent.

Many solvents such as mineral spirits, kerosene or acetone can damage fabric fibers. To remove contamination, it must be processed on both sides, without rubbing into the material. Subsequently, the thing needs to be washed, perhaps several times. Since a strong smell remains, it is recommended to ventilate the fabric in fresh air. It should be remembered that all these chemicals are flammable, so fire safety is extremely important.

Means for use at home:

• Soap and laundry detergent are only suitable for the simplest cases of stains from water correctors.
• Ammonia or ammonia is used for contamination obtained from alcohol or oil corrective fluids. To do this, prepare a solution in which a swab is moistened and applied to the stain.
• Gasoline must be purified. This is bought in the store, not at gas stations. It is not suitable for synthetic clothing as it dissolves fibers. It is important to remember that gasoline has a specific smell that is difficult to get rid of.

• Denatured alcohol is used to remove stains from alcohol corrector. Users note an excellent result after application.
• Vodka or other strong colorless alcoholic drink after application for 15-20 minutes will eliminate small alcohol-based "stroke" impurities.
• Special means for eliminating the consequences left on clothes are sold in stationery stores. The main thing is to follow the instructions correctly.

To a greater extent, the possibility of removing traces of the corrector depends on its composition.However, the material from which the damaged clothes were sewn is also an important factor. No wonder such delicate fabrics as velvet, silk and satin are recommended to be dry-cleaned immediately so as not to spoil the product. During cleaning, the surface or the fibers themselves may be damaged, and hooks will appear.

If there is no certainty, suitable solvents, or time is lost, it is better not to experiment, but to take the clothes to the dry cleaner.

It is not recommended to wash clothes before dry cleaning.. Before removing stains from the corrector from clothing, it is necessary to blot it with a napkin or a piece of paper until it dries. Do not rub a fresh stain, because the deeper the "stroke" is rubbed into the fabric, the more difficult it will be to remove.

Before using chemical solvents, test the reaction of the fabric on a separately selected inconspicuous place, for example, on the inside seams. Pure acetone is only used on whites as it eats away paint. Delicate items are best treated with a chemical solution diluted with water. To wash the area around the contamination, it should be treated with water so that it does not spread when treated with an aggressive solvent.

Washing will be effective if you pre-soak the item in warm water for a while. The recommended automatic machine mode for high-quality cleaning is maximum.

For younger students, it is better to refrain from buying "touches", if necessary, it is better to purchase water-based rollers or proofreaders. It is necessary to explain to the child what to do in case of contamination of clothes with a proofreader, to teach them to independently carry out the initial cleaning.

When purchasing a roller, it is better to pay attention to options with a transparent body.It allows not only to control the consumption of the correction tape, but also to prevent emerging defects: twisting or breaking.

Recently, manufacturers have been offering versions of roller correctors with a collapsible body, which is convenient for troubleshooting. In the case of a broken tape, you can open it and remove the problem. Models of this type usually last longer, while with a cast body, sometimes the “stroke” has to be thrown away without using the tape.

How to remove the corrector from clothes, see the following video.