How to remove slime from clothing

We tell you step by step how to remove slime from clothing. Even the most dried on stains won’t get the better of you with these tips and advice.

Slime, that sticky and colourful substance that has gained popularity among children and young people, can be fun to play with, but can also wreak havoc on clothing if it is accidentally spilled on it. Fortunately, there are effective methods for removing slime from clothing without leaving a trace. We tell you step by step how to remove slime from your favourite clothing quickly and easily.

How to remove slime from clothing step by step

• Immediate response: it's important to act quickly when slime spills on clothing. The more time that passes, the more difficult it will be to remove. Remove the excess slime with a spoon or blunt knife, taking care not to scrub or spread it further.
• Cold water: rinse the affected garment in cold water from the tap. Make sure you use cold water since hot water can make the slime stick to the fibres of the fabric even more. Keep the back of the stain under the direct flow of water so the substance comes off the clothing more easily.
• White vinegar: white vinegar is a natural degreaser that can help to remove slime. Wet a clean cloth with white vinegar and scrub the stain gently. Leave the vinegar to activate for a few minutes.
• Liquid detergent: apply a small amount of liquid detergent directly onto the slime stain. Rub the detergent gently onto the fabric using your fingers or a toothbrush. Make sure you cover the whole stain with the detergent.
• Soak it: leave the garment to soak in cold water with detergent for at least 15 minutes. This will help to deconstruct the slime more and allow the detergent to penetrate the fibres of the fabric.
• Wash as normal: after soaking, machine wash the garment as per the care instructions of the label. Use the correct washing cycle for the type of fabric and the recommended temperature. Make sure you check if the stain has disappeared before drying the clothing, given that the heat from the dryer may make the stain more difficult to remove.

How to remove dried slime from clothing

Slime can be a real headache when it dries onto clothing. The good news is that all is not lost. Although dried slime can see hard to remove, you can use some techniques to attack the stain without leaving a trace. 

• Scrape the dried slime: the first thing you should do is carefully scrape the dried slime from the garment using gentle movements.

• Apply heat: this can be useful to soften the dried slime and make it easier to remove. Place a paper towel or clean cloth on the stain and pass a hot iron over the fabric. Make sure you adjust the iron to a suitable temperature for the type of fabric. The heat will soften the slime and it will loosen more easily.

• Remove with a brush: once the slime has softened with the heat, use a brush with soft bristles or an old toothbrush to gently scrub the stain. Make circular movements and work from the outer edge of the stain inwards towards the centre. This will help to loosen and lift the slime from the fibres of the fabric.