How to Get Blood Out of Silk Fabric

Silk fabric is also more fragile than any other type and notoriously delicate when it comes to stains. But accidents happen, and when they involve blood, a quick and precise stain removal action using an expert stain solver, such as Vanish, is essential. 

In this article, we’ll show you how to get blood out of silk without compromising its delicate fibers and restoring it to its pristine glory.

There are two key steps you need to ensure before attempting to remove the blood stains from silk fabric: 

1. Act quickly to prevent the stain from setting. The longer the stain sits, the more challenging it will be to remove. 

2. Remove the excess blood with a paper towel or microfiber cloth. Resist the urge to scrub the stain, as this can spread it further.

To get blood out of white silk fabrics, use Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder; for colored silk fabrics, use Vanish Oxi Action Powder. 

There are three methods for utilizing Vanish products to eliminate stains: Pre-treat, Soaking, and adding directly to the Wash. 

Although pre-treatment and soaking are typically reserved for tough stains, the in-wash method is the simplest and can be combined with pre-treat or soaking.

INSTRUCTIONS

Option 1: Pre Treat

1. Add ¼ scoop (15g) of Vanish Oxi Action Powder in the water (MAX 40°C)

2. Stir for 30 seconds.

3. Apply the mixture directly onto the stain, rub it gently, and let it sit for 10 mins (do not allow Vanish to dry on the fabric. 

4. Wash as usual. 

Option 2: Soak

1. Add 1 scoop (60g) of Vanish Oxi Action Powder in 4L of water.

2. Stir for 30 seconds.

3. Soak colored clothes in the solution for 1h max, and for whites, it's 4h max.

4. Wash as usual. 

Option 3: Wash

Add Vanish Oxi Action Powder to your machine on top of your laundry detergent. Below are the recommended stain remover dosages:

• ½  scoop (30g) for normal stains.

• 1 scoop (60g) for tough & dried stains.

To remove dried or highly stubborn blood stains from silk, follow the steps below: 

1. Carefully scrape off the excess blood from the silk fabric.

2. Rinse the stained area with cold water.

3. Pour Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal on the blood stain. 

4. Leave the stain remover on the fabric for 10 minutes max.

5. Gently rub the stain as required, and then follow the washing machine instructions.

6. Skip the tumble drying, as this can cause the delicate material to shrink.

Is blood stain permanent?

No, even old or dried stains aren’t permanent but can be difficult to remove unless you are using a high-quality and reliable stain remover.  

Will using vinegar harm silk fabric when treating blood stains?

Even though silk is a versatile cleaning material, its acidity can weaken the fibers, reduce silk’s natural luster, and eat away silk dye, causing discoloration.

Is it safe to use bleach on silk to remove blood stains?

No, the chlorine or oxidizing agents present in bleach can react with the protein molecules in silk fibers, leading to the breakdown of molecular chains and fiber denaturations.