How to Get Tar Out of Clothes: Stain Removal Guide

However, this oil-based stain can be easily removed with a little bit of elbow grease, the right stain-removing methods, and, of course, expert stain solver products, such as Vanish. 

Keep reading our article to learn how to get tart out of clothes while saving valuable time and effort and, most importantly, restoring them to their former glory.

Like any other stain, addressing the tar stain as soon as possible will decrease the likelihood of the stain penetrating further into the fabric. Additionally, as soon as you notice the stain, put ice cubes into a plastic bag and place it on the star to harden the tar. 

Fresh and wet tar will smear across the fabric if you try to wipe or scrub it away. After the tar is hardened, use a dull kitchen knife, spoon, or edge of the credit card to scrape away as much of the solid tar as possible. 

Next, to remove tar stains from white clothes, use Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder; for colored clothes, 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.

Why are tar stains difficult to remove?

Tar stains are made from free carbon and hydrocarbons and are derived from materials such as coal, wood, peat, and petroleum. Additionally, tar’s sticky composition is one of the main factors that makes it so difficult to remove. 

Are tar stains permanent? 

Tar stains are not always permanent but can be difficult to remove. Addressing these stains quickly with reliable and powerful stain solvers, such as Vanish, increases the likelihood of successful stain removal and restoring clothes to their original state.

What should I do if the tar stain has dried on the clothes?

If the tar stain has dried, follow the steps mentioned below to remove it: 

1. Scrape off excess tar.

2. Flush the area with cold water.

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

4. Leave the product on the fabric for 10 minutes max.

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

6. Skip the clothes dryer until you're sure the stain is completely removed.