Pit Stains?

**katybug** · 11-14-2008, 12:02 PM

I'm very picky about my clothes, I don't really like most styles, so when I find something I like, I stick with it.

However, some of my shirt have caked on deodorant in the pits and I was wondering if anyone knew of a good method of getting rid of it. I have no idea how some got so bad.

And it peeves me because the shirts are fine in all other respects.

~KB

**shortstack** · 11-14-2008, 12:12 PM

Today must be laundry day.
Are you using homemade laundry detergant? I noticed this problem when I made a batch of it and the batch was off. I ended up adding more borax and washing soda and that fixed it.
Have you tried a product like Desolve it or once again shampoo or dish detergant?

Andrea

**Spikey1341** · 11-14-2008, 02:49 PM

Spray with a spot treater. It will get it right out.

**TexasPeanut** · 11-14-2008, 02:58 PM

I've read somewhere and I wish I remember where, that spraying the pit stained areas with vinegar usually works.

**katybug** · 11-14-2008, 03:13 PM

I haven't tried anything yet, so all ideas are welcome!

And yes, Friday is my laundry day, how could you tell.

~KB

**mrsmac62** · 11-16-2008, 01:46 PM

I also use vinegar. In the summer when I use more deodorant my shirts get a little yellowed in the pits. In a bucket put warm water, about 1tablespoon of detergent and 1/2 cup white vinegar & drop the shirts in. They can soak in this untl ready to wash. Or add vinegar to machine & soak before wash cycle