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How to Remove Blood Stains

Whether it’s a trip in the playground or a tumble elsewhere, bumps and scrapes are a bothersome fact of life that can sometimes end up a little bit messy.
Blood Stains
Although the initial reaction to the sight of blood may be to panic (first at the blood, then at the clothes), there’s really no need. Whether it’s fresh from moments ago or it’s long since dried into the fabric, simply use Vanish and let blood stains be gone.
If you’ve got enough time, it’s best to soak the affected garment first when it comes to tricky stains like blood, to allow the Vanish formula to really get to work and lift these tough stains and unpleasant odours away.
Read on for instructions on how to get the best results when removing blood stains from a range of different fabrics. But first – a quick tip: to remove blood stains from clothing, sheets, bed linen and towels, the secret is to always rinse the stain with cold water before soaking (as this helps the blood break down and dissolve). Warm or hot water will set the stain, making it less manageable and more difficult to remove!

How to remove blood from carpet

To remove blood stains from carpet, it’s best to deal with it before it dries. Remove any excess moisture by blotting with a paper or cotton towel. If it has dried, however, there’s no need to worry – simply move straight to these steps using Vanish Oxi Action Carpet & Home Textile Spray:
How to remove blood from carpet

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INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Remove excess dirt and open nozzle.

  2. Spray the affected carpet area and leave for 5 minutes (max).

  3. Blot again with a clean, absorbent cloth.

  4. Repeat steps 1-2 as many times as necessary.

  5. Important: Always make sure you read the label on the product before use. And, always test on a small, inconspicuous area before full use.

How to remove blood stains from coloured clothes

To remove blood stains from coloured clothes, rinse the item with cold water on both sides and blot the affected area with a wet paper/cotton towel. Then, use Vanish Laundry Booster Powder to remove stains, eliminate odours and keep colours bright in just one wash. Just follow these simple steps:
Blood stains on coloured clothes

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INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add a scoop to 4L of water.

  2. Soak colours for 1 hour max.

  3. After soaking, wash as usual or rinse thoroughly. For best results on stains, rub before rinsing.

  4. Important: Before using Vanish, you should always follow the usage instructions on the packaging and follow its care advice.

How to remove blood stains from white clothes

To remove blood stains from white clothes, rinse through with cold, clean water. Use Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder to brighten whites even after 50 washes using these easy steps:
*vs. greyed fabrics
Blood stains on white clothes

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INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add a scoop to 4L of water.

  2. Soak whites for 6 hours max.

  3. After soaking, wash as usual or rinse thoroughly. For best results on stains, rub before rinsing.

  4. Important: Before using Vanish, you should always follow the usage instructions on the packaging and follow its care advice.

How to remove blood stains from sheets

To remove blood stains from white sheets, rinse the item with cold water on both sides and blot the affected area with a wet paper/cotton towel. Then, use Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder with these simple steps:
Blood stains on sheets

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INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add a scoop to 4L of water.

  2. Soak whites for 6 hours max.

  3. After soaking, wash as usual or rinse thoroughly. For best results on stains, rub before rinsing.

For coloured sheets, you’ll need to use Vanish Laundry Booster Powder, following these simple steps:

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INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Mix 10g of powder with water, stir for 30 seconds.

  2. Apply the mix on the stain.

  3. Rub stain as needed

  4. Clean and dry the scoop before placing back into the tub. After pre-treatment, wash as usual.

As above, you’ll get the same great stain removal, odour elimination and colour brightening results with Vanish Laundry Booster Gel. Our Oxi Action technology works the same, whichever form you use it in!
Remember, it’s best to deal with most stains when they’re fresh – and getting blood stains out of a sheet is no different.

General advice

  • Please refer to the packaging for specific product usage and advice.

  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND PETS. Store the product only in the original container and always fasten the lid.

  • Do not expose product to direct sunlight.

  • Before use check for colour fastness by testing a hidden area of the fabric, rug or carpet.

  • For best results it may be necessary to repeat parts of the process.

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