The advice on these pages is given in good faith
but it is made clear these suggestions are undertaken
at your own risk. No responsibility can be taken by
Oficina dos Vapores as regards their
results or any consequences relating to their use.
Chewing gum - Harden the
gum by placing in the freezer for 1 Hour. Scrape off
as much as you can with the help of a knife. Be careful
not to damage the fabric. To eliminate the ring mark,
rub with cloth with acetone (except for fabrics with
acetate, triacetate or acrylic). Finally wash in the
usual way.
Chocolate – If
stain is recent remove residues on current cold water.
Cover the stain with neat liquid detergent for delicate
clothes and leave for about 1 Hour. Rinse with tepid
water. If stain is dry soften it with glycerine and
place between two sheets of absorbent kitchen paper
and press with heavy object for about 30 minutes.
Wash as normal.
Curry – Immediately
wash with tepid water and glycerine soap. Leave for
about an hour to soften the stain then wash in tepid
water and soap.