{"id":1741,"date":"2020-09-14T09:52:10","date_gmt":"2020-09-14T09:52:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/?p=1741"},"modified":"2020-09-14T09:52:13","modified_gmt":"2020-09-14T09:52:13","slug":"how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/","title":{"rendered":"How to remove sweat stains from pillows"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Pillows are among the most-used items in our homes. Every night, you use a pillow to rest your head for over 6 hours, leaving behind hair, makeup, sweat and dirt. Over time, the dirt builds up, leading to stained pillows. Fortunately, you can whiten and bring life back into old, yellowed pillows by washing, treating, and maintaining them using just a few DIY techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Be aware that as a basic rule of thumb, you should always check care labels before washing your pillows. While most pillows are launderable in a washing machine, some might require a hand wash or spot cleaning only, as either the fabric or the pillow filling may be destroyed in the washing machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-visibility-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Things_youll_need_to_remove_pillow_stains\" title=\"Things you\u2019ll need to remove pillow stains\">Things you\u2019ll need to remove pillow stains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Machine_washing_stained_pillows\" title=\"Machine washing stained pillows\">Machine washing stained pillows<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Soaking_pillows_in_the_stain_removing_solution\" title=\"Soaking pillows in the stain removing solution:\">Soaking pillows in the stain removing solution:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Running_the_washing_machine\" title=\"Running the washing machine:\">Running the washing machine:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Checking_if_stains_are_gone\" title=\"Checking if stains are gone:\">Checking if stains are gone:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Hand_washing_and_spot_cleaning_stained_pillows\" title=\"Hand washing and spot cleaning stained pillows\">Hand washing and spot cleaning stained pillows<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#What_youll_need\" title=\"What you\u2019ll need:\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Follow_these_steps\" title=\"Follow these steps:\">Follow these steps:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Frequently_asked_questions_about_sweat_stains_on_pillows\" title=\"Frequently asked questions about sweat stains on pillows\">Frequently asked questions about sweat stains on pillows<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#What_causes_stains_on_pillows\" title=\"What causes stains on pillows?\">What causes stains on pillows?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Is_my_pillow_machine_washable\" title=\"Is my pillow machine washable?\">Is my pillow machine washable?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#How_do_I_remove_sweat_stains_from_pillows\" title=\"How do I remove sweat stains from pillows?\">How do I remove sweat stains from pillows?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows\/#Is_bleach_suitable_for_removing_sweat_stains_from_pillows\" title=\"Is bleach suitable for removing sweat stains from pillows?\">Is bleach suitable for removing sweat stains from pillows?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_youll_need_to_remove_pillow_stains\"><\/span>Things you\u2019ll need to remove pillow stains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two main methods in which to clean your stained pillows: Machine washing and Handwashing. You\u2019ll need these ingredients for our two methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Distilled white vinegar<\/li><li>Regular powder laundry detergent<\/li><li>Hydrogen peroxide<\/li><li>Baking soda<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Machine_washing_stained_pillows\"><\/span>Machine washing stained pillows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the easiest method to clean your pillows, you just toss the pillows in the machine with a DIY solution and let it wash for a long cycle on high-temperature mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For sweat stains, vinegar and hydrogen peroxide are some ingredients we can&#8217;t do without. The measurements for the ingredients are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Half a bucket of hot water<\/li><li>2 cups of white vinegar<\/li><li>1 \/2 cup powder detergent<\/li><li>1\/2 a cup of baking soda<\/li><li>40ml of hydrogen peroxide<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Soaking_pillows_in_the_stain_removing_solution\"><\/span>Soaking pillows in the stain removing solution:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Fill a bucket halfway with hot water and pour in all the other ingredients<\/li><li>Mix thoroughly<\/li><li>Put the mixture into the drum of your washing machine, along with the pillows.<\/li><li>Soak for about an hour.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Running_the_washing_machine\"><\/span>Running the washing machine:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Run the machine and let it go for a long wash (at least 2 hours, or your machine\u2019s longest wash time).<\/li><li>Rinse a second time with hot water alone. The mixture above can be thick, soapy and grainy and may need a thorough rinse.<\/li><li>Run a second cycle with hot water only, or hot water and 1\/2 cup of vinegar. This will remove any remaining soapy solution and will give your pillows a quick sanitization.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Checking_if_stains_are_gone\"><\/span>Checking if stains are gone:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Remove your pillows from the washer and check to see if the yellow sweat stains have completely come off.<\/li><li>If not, you can place the pillows back into the washing machine, this time running it using \u00bc cup (2 oz) hydrogen peroxide, as a safer bleach solution.<\/li><li>Once satisfied that they are clean, put the pillows in the dryer with 2 tennis balls that have been covered with socks. The tennis balls will punch the pillows as they dry, creating a more effective dry cycle and making the pillow fluff up nicely.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hand_washing_and_spot_cleaning_stained_pillows\"><\/span>Hand washing and spot cleaning stained pillows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Machine washing is not always the best option for some pillows, for example, microfiber pillows. Some pillows are also simply too large for you washing machine to handle. If this is the case for your pillows, follow the procedure below to hand wash your pillows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_youll_need\"><\/span>What you\u2019ll need:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>2 cups of white vinegar<\/li><li>1 cup powder detergent<\/li><li>1 cup baking soda<\/li><li>20ml of hydrogen peroxide<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lemons can be used in place of hydrogen peroxide to get similar results. You can use five lemons to get concentrated lemon juice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_these_steps\"><\/span>Follow these steps:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Half fill your basin or bathtub with hot water.<\/li><li>Add the vinegar, powder detergent and hydrogen peroxide\/ lemon juice in the measurements given and thoroughly mix well.<\/li><li>Put in your stained pillows and leave to soak for an hour.<\/li><li>Because of the soaking, most of the stains will have already come off. Hand wash gently or scrub on the stained parts using a soft-bristled brush.<\/li><li>Continue lightly scrubbing until the stain has absolutely come off.<\/li><li>Fill your tub with clean water to rinse the pillows. Keep squeezing the pillows until the water runs clear to remove all the soap.<\/li><li>Lastly, put the pillows out in the sun to dry.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If the stains don&#8217;t come off in the first wash, make a paste of baking soda and water, depending on how dirty your pillows are or how big the stained patches are. Then apply the paste on the stains and leave for about 20 minutes. Give a second wash using just water and powder detergent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_about_sweat_stains_on_pillows\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions about sweat stains on pillows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_stains_on_pillows\"><\/span>What causes stains on pillows?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our bodies sweat at night, releasing almost 1 liter of sweat. This, plus body oils, facial makeup and hair (dirt and oils) cause the stains on the pillows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, some of these are unavoidable, since sweating is the body&#8217;s natural way of cooling itself and it is also almost impossible to wash and clean our hair every night. For this reason, pillows get stained and need cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_pillow_machine_washable\"><\/span>Is my pillow machine washable?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check your pillow tags to see exactly how you should clean them. If the label states machine washable, then you are good to go. Also note that you should wash no more than two pillows at a time, to avoid overstuffing your machine and for maximum effectiveness of the cleaning solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_remove_sweat_stains_from_pillows\"><\/span>How do I remove sweat stains from pillows?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hydrogen peroxide, powder detergent and vinegar are the most recommended ingredients for sweat stains. Sweat stains are some of the grossest and most stubborn stains and so, stronger solutions are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the fabric used on your pillow, you can either machine wash, hand wash or spot clean using the three stain-fighting ingredients. If your pillows are colored, lemon juice can be used in place of hydrogen peroxide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If not only your pillow are stained, but also your sheets, check out this article on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-sheets\/\">how to remove sweat stains from sheets<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_bleach_suitable_for_removing_sweat_stains_from_pillows\"><\/span>Is bleach suitable for removing sweat stains from pillows?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleach isn\u2019t suitable for removing sweat stains because it can actually make the stains more yellow. Worse though, is that the product is too harsh to be used right next to your face. If you don\u2019t manage to rinse the bleach all the way off, you\u2019ll be breathing in toxic fumes all night long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The above products are highly recommended and work perfectly to produce the desired outcome and they are all-natural, cost-effective and readily available in your kitchen cabinet, so why not try them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows-pinterest-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows-pinterest-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows-pinterest-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows-pinterest-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows-pinterest-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows-pinterest-1-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/how-to-remove-sweat-stains-from-pillows-pinterest-1-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pillows are among the most-used items in our homes. 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