Merino wool shirt and T-shirt with stains
Care tips for merino wool

How to remove stains from merino wool?

Merino Wool Stain Treatment Guide

If you choose to treat a stain at home, please observe all safety precautions provided by the chemical supplier.

Always ensure the stain is completely removed before ironing; applying heat to a treated area can permanently set the mark into the fabric.

How to remove deodorant stains from wool?

1. Soak the spot in a vinegar solution (1/3 household vinegar, 2/3 lukewarm water) and leave it for 2-3 hours
2. Wash the shirt in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

You can avoid these stains by not using too much deodorant and make sure that you use aluminum-free or low-aluminum deodorant.

 How to keep your merino shirt collar and cuffs clean?

Shirt collars can become very dirty from skin oils. Sometimes, a normal wash is not enough to get them clean. That is why it is advisable to treat them occasionally beforehand and to wash light-coloured shirts a little more often. You can remove the stain with the following tips.

  1. Pre-wash the stain by hand. Dab the stain from edge to center with a clean absorbent cloth soaked in a mixture of 1 teaspoon of baking soda + 1 cup lukewarm water.
  2. Rinse the neck with a mixture of half water and half white household vinegar.
  3. If the stain does not disappear, wet the collar, add a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda and rub in with a soft brush. Then rinse with a mixture of half water and half household vinegar.
  4. Wash the shirt in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.
  5. Repeat when needed

How to remove blood stains from wool?

1. Gently dab the bloodstain from edge to center with household vinegar and rinse with cold water.
2. Wash the garment in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

How to remove black coffee stains from wool?

1. If it just happened, immediately rinse under cold running water.
2. If the stain has dried, dab the stain from edge to center with a clean absorbent cloth soaked in a mixture of 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda + 1 cup lukewarm water.
3. If the stain doesn't disappear, dab the area with a solution of 3 parts rubbing alcohol (Isopropyl), plus 1 part cold water.
4. Rinse the stain and wash the garment in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

How to remove grease stains from wool?

1. First, remove all excess grease/oil
2. Dab the stain from edge to center with a clean absorbent cloth soaked in white spirit. Soak up the stain as much as possible and let it dry. When it persists, repeat it.
3. Wash the garment in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

How to remove red wine stains or fruit juice from wool?

1. First, blot the stain with a clean cloth and rinse as much as possible with clean water.
2. Dab the stain as soon as possible with a solution of 3 parts rubbing alcohol (Isopropyl), plus 1 part cold water. 
3. If the stain persists cover it with an absorbent pad soaked with the mixture and leave to work. Replace as needed until the stain has disappeared.
4. Rinse the stain and wash the garment in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

How to remove stains from alcoholic (not red wine) drinks from wool?

1. First, blot the stain with a clean cloth and rinse as much as possible with clean water.
2. Dab the stain as soon as possible with a solution of 1 part rubbing alcohol (Isopropyl), plus 1 part warm water. 
3. If the stain persists cover it with an absorbent pad soaked with the mixture and leave to work. Replace as needed until the stain has disappeared.
4. Rinse the stain and wash the garment in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

How to remove chocolate / white coffee / tea stains from wool?

1. Dab the stain as soon as possible around the edge of the stain with a cloth soaked in white spirit. 
2. Mix rubbing alcohol and white vinegar in equal parts, soak a lint free cloth in the solution and lightly dab the stained area before pressing gently with an absorbent cloth.
3. Rinse the stain and wash the garment in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

How to remove egg / milk stains from wool?

1. Dab the stain as soon as possible with a cloth soaked in white spirit. 
2. Repeat the action with a cloth soaked in diluted white vinegar.
3. Rinse the stain and wash the garment in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

How to remove lipstick / make-up / shoe polish stains from wool?

1. Dab the stain as soon as possible with a cloth soaked in turpentine. 
2. Rinse the stain with mild soapy water and wash the garment in the washing machine with wool detergent at 30°C delicate wash.

Care instructions for our merino wool garments

Merino wool T-shirts

Merino wool woven shirts

Merino wool polos

Merino wool knit sweaters, jumpers, cardigans

Merino wool socks