Grass and mud stains

Grass and mud stains can often be found on sportswear and team uniforms, but also after spending an afternoon outside it may happen to find them on our garments, shoes or bags. In effect these are very common inconveniences, not only for children.
Facing this kind of problem related to garment stain removal makes part of our everyday life, but with the right tools it will be possible to eliminate them quickly and effectively.

Why are grass stains difficult to remove?

Grass stains are among the most difficult ones to remove because besides the green halos caused by chlorophyll we must eliminate also the residues of soil and mud.
These substances have a similar composition to natural fibres, so they penetrate into fabric fibres more easily, especially the ones made of cotton and wool, by sticking to fibres and colouring them.
For this reason it is a bit easier to eliminate grass and mud stains from synthetic garments.

GUIDE FOR STAINING

In order to obtain an excellent result is crucial to carry out a range of preliminary operations. This will allow us not only to eliminate grass stains without any problem, but also to avoid damage or discolour garments by dint of insisting on the affected area!

• PROMPTNESS
Act promptly on the stain is the best thing to do for sure. If possible, soak the garment in cold water so that the stain doesn’t fix on the garment. If you are not at home by rinsing the garments you will eliminate at least the first residues, by promoting the consequent detachment from dirt.

• AVOID HOT WATER
In the early stage it is not recommended to use hot water because it tends to fix the stains on the garment.

• PRETREATMENT
If we have to deal with a dry grass stain it is necessary to use a specific enzymatic based or oxygen based pretreatment product so that it is possible to efficiently act on the affected area before the washing cycle.

• SPECIFIC DETERGENT AND SPOTTING AGENT
Since they are stubborn stains we recommend to use specific detergents with a strong staining action and in case of need even a liquid spotting agent to add during the washing cycle.

DR. CONEDERA’S ADVICE

In order to eliminate stubborn stains such as grass and mud stains it is ideal to use specific enzymatic based products. In fact enzymes act quickly by degrading the most hostile stains, even at low temperatures!
In case of very old or dry stains we recommend the use of oxygen based products, to eliminate and oxidize chlorophyll that has been attached to the garment.

MULTI-ENZYMATIC PRE-TREATING AGENTS

PREZYM Triple action pre-spotting agent for laundry. Wide range action on all kind of stains. Ideal on protein stains, grease, grass etc. • Active against all kind of stains such as: blood, grass, oil, food stains etc.. • Triple action spotting agent • Super concentrated and degreasing surfactants • Easy and quick to use • Ideal for collars and cuffs • It doesn’t leave halos and it is neutral on colours • Ideal for every kind of garment (avoid long contacts with silk and wool due to its protein enzymes) • Multi Enzyme complex for the maximum wide action range: protease, amylase, lipase, cellulase.

OXON Active Foam Pre-spotting agent with active foam for laundry. Active oxygen and surfactants based foam. Ideal on oxidisable stains, grease, grass, wine, tomato, coffee, etc. • Wide action range on stains • Active foam which releases oxygen • High concentration of surfactants for a high degreasing action • Active also on dry stains • Delicate on colours and fibres • It doesn’t leave halos and it is neutral on colours • Ideal for any kind of garment

MULTI-ENZYMATIC LAUNDRY DETERGENTS

BIOMUSK – BIOORKY - BIOLOTO Multi-Enzymatic scented detergents for whites and colours. • Wide range action against all kind of stains • They effectively eliminate stains, even the most difficult ones. • Multi enzymatic system with protease, amylase, lipase and cellulase. • Super concentrated surfactants for a degreasing effect. • Intense and long lasting fragrances: White Musk, Wild Orchid and Lotus Flower

LIQUID SPOTTING AGENT FOR NON-GREASY STAINS

D5 MAGRE Specific stain remover for dry-cleaning and laundry for grass, fruit, coffee, tea and tannin stains, to be used both in pre-spotting and post-spotting. Directions for use: 1. Wet the stain with water. 2. Apply some drops of pure D5 on the stain. 3. Wait for 15-30 seconds for the product to act, use a brush or a scraper if necessary. 4. Heat with a steam gun if necessary. 5. Rinse abundantly with water and dry with compressed air. 6. Repeat the treatment if necessary Warning: try the product on a hidden part of the fabric, before use.