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Combination Based Stains

What Are Combination Based Stains and How Do You Remove Them

By Sarah Aguirre, About.com

Common Combination Based Stains

  • crayons
  • gum
  • lipstick
  • chocolate
  • gravy
  • tomato
  • barbacue sauce

Combination Based Stain Removal

Combination based stains are two or more classes of stains that each have to be dealt with to fully remove a stain. Combination based stains most often have oil and dye components to be removed. The first step is to treat the oily part of the stain followed by the color portion of the stain. Combination stains may need repeat treatments, and since a dryer will set the stains, be sure to fully remove the stain before drying.

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