123 Tips

09 Oct, 2008

Removing Scorch Marks On White Shirts

Posted by: Jimmy In: Cleaning Tips

Some scorch marks can be taken off white cotton by using 3 percent hydrogen peroxide. Apply to scorched area with an eye dropper until saturated. Leave on shirt for 20 minutes. If the stain still remains, repeat the process until it disappears. Rinse fabric in water.

Note: Some modern white fabrics have fluorescent brighteners, which react in the sun and may yellow; so read the care labels before treating white fabrics.

No Responses to "Removing Scorch Marks On White Shirts"

Comment Form


  • DL Harrison: I will have to try this. I always figure I'm using too much shampoo anyway. Thanks!
  • Angela: I'm wondering if anyone has figured out a good way to sew these 50-lb heavy duty plastic-y bags into a reuseable grocery bag? I'm not sure my regular
  • Sandy: Vegetable (cooking) oil works too.

Tips and Advice