28 DIY Solutions For Removing Any Type of Stain

Whether you are trying to remove oil- or water-based paint stains, the most important thing is to not let the stain dry. Keep the area wet until you can clean it, and then, depending on the fabric of your item, follow these instructions to remove the paint.

Foundation, lipstick, self-tanner, mascara — all these beauty products are sure to end up on your clothes every once in a while. Thankfully, there are immediate solutions to fixing these problems, and we've compiled an easy list here.

Denim stains are probably the most annoying and most frequent stains you encounter on a daily basis. The dye from your new jeans may rub against your bag or even get on your hands. Next time this happens, you can remove the pesky stain with this special soap.

The next time you try a DIY hair-dye routine at home and some ends up on your skin, don't worry. This graphic will explain all the products that will remove the color everywhere but your hair.

Our shoes get more muddy in the summertime than any other time of the year because we're hiking, running, or exploring the great outdoors. If your sneakers have mud on them, the best thing to do is to let them dry then treat with dish soap and laundry detergent. Follow these steps to get your shoes back to their squeaky-clean state!

No matter how careful we are, gum always manages to stick to the bottom of our soles or shirt. Thankfully, getting gum out is easier than it seems. All you have to do is quickly stick the clothing in the freezer, wait till the gum hardens, and scrape it off!

One minute you're taking a sip of your juice, and the next, it ends up spilling on your shirt. The easiest way to clean up the mess is by putting cold water on it and then soaking the item in white vinegar mixed with dishwashing liquid before tossing it into the wash. If you end up getting juice stains on your couch or chair, follow these steps to clean the mess.

If you have babysat or have small children, chances are there will be crayon drawings on your walls, couch, or clothes. Some ways to get these colorful but annoying marks off is by using baby oil or toothpaste.

Good bread requires good jam and an even better solution to getting rid of jam or jelly stains. All you need are these two ingredients to help keep the stain from setting in your clothes.

Hot, sweltering days call for ice cream, but with that also comes a melting mess that sometimes ends up on your favorite Summer dress or shirt. The solution to getting rid of the stain is using clear dishwashing liquid and lukewarm water on the fabric. Stay away from products with perfumes or other chemicals, which could make your stain harder to remove.

Giving yourself an at-home mani can mean nail polish spills. We have you covered on all the solutions to this problem whether your polish ends up on hardwood floors or in your hair.

You might not mind chocolate getting all over your face, but when it comes to your clothes, it is a different story. The most important step to getting chocolate off is to wipe away most of it before treating it with any stain treatments. This DIY solution is easy to remember and helpful to have around come Valentine's Day.

You can now enjoy your noodles and sushi without worrying about getting soy sauce permanently on your clothes. This easy guide to removing the stain spots will save you time and money!