How to Remove Coffee Stains from Wool

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Blot the excess coffee spill with a cloth or paper towel.

   Try to blot up as much of the spill as you can, changing the cloth or paper towel when needed.
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   Step 2: Dampen the affected area with cold water using a spray bottle.

   ,,, Leave it there for about 10 minutes or until the pad is not absorbing any more of the coffee stain.
   
   Repeat the applying and dabbing process until the stain is gone.
   
   Use a new absorbent pad every time. , For coffee with cream or milk stain, a greasy spot might remain.
   
   If this is the case, continue with the steps below. , Gently wipe the greasy spot with it, working outward from the center of the stain. , Put it in a container with a tight cap. , Leave it there for about 10 minutes. ,,, Do not put the wool item in the dryer as this will cause the wool fabric to shrink.
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   Step 3: Mix 1 part glycerine

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   Step 4: 1 part white dish-washing detergent and 8 parts water to make a wet spotter and put the solution in a plastic squeeze bottle.

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   Step 5: Apply a small amount of distilled white vinegar and wet spotter directly on the coffee stain.

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   Step 6: Dab the affected area with an absorbent pad moistened with the wet spotter.

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   Step 7: Flush the affected area with water to rinse off all the residues from the solution.

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   Step 8: Dampen a cloth with dry-cleaning solvent.

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   Step 9: Mix 1 part coconut oil to 8 parts liquid dry-cleaning solvent to make a dry spotter.

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    Step 10: Dab the affected area with an absorbent pad moistened with the dry spotter.

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    Step 11: Flush the area with a dry-cleaning solvent.

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    Step 12: Wash the wool item as you normally would.

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    Step 13: Lay the wool garment on a flat surface to dry under the sun.

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