How to Remove Printer Ink from Clothes

While the unfortunate experience can be frustrating, in the case of clothes, luckily, you can remove printer ink from clothes by getting to the spill immediately and using a top-notch and reliable stain remover, such as Vanish. 

Keep reading our article to learn all the necessary instructions to remove printer ink from clothes so that you can tackle the stain removal challenge head-on

If the printer ink stain is not addressed promptly, it can spread deeper into the fabric’s fiber, making removing it more challenging. Hence, time is of the essence.

First, as soon as you notice the stain, blot it with an absorbent paper towel or cloth to prevent it from setting. Afterward, use Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder to remove printer ink from white clothes; 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.

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 ink stain, rub it gently, and let it sit for 10 mins (do not allow Vanish to dry on the clothes. 

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 the 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 settled/dried printer ink stains from clothes, use Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal, which is safe on colors and whites and works 3 times better than bleach. 

Here’s how to use this stain remover through the pre-treat, soak, and wash method! 

Option 1: Pre Treat

1. Apply Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal directly to the stain and rub in gently. 

2. Do not allow the stain remover to dry on the fabric. 

3. Wash immediately with your usual detergent. 

4. Rinse the garment thoroughly before drying. 

Option 2: Soak

1. Add 10ml of Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal to 1 litre of water (40°C max).

2. Leave the clothes in the solution for 1h max.

3. After soaking, wash as usual or rinse thoroughly.

Option 3: Wash

Add 100 ml of Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal to your normal detergent and wash as usual.

Can vinegar or baking soda help remove printer ink stains from clothes?

While vinegar or baking soda does help remove printer ink stains from clothes, using them too much or too often might cause them to weaken fabric fibers over time and lead to discoloration or damage to certain fabrics. 

What if the printer ink stain persists after initial treatment?

If the stain persists after the initial treatment, use Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal, which is ideal for tough and dried stains on colored and whites.

Should I use hot or cold water when removing printer ink stains from clothes?

Cold water is recommended to remove printer ink stains from clothes. Hot water can help the ink stain set further into the fabric, making it more difficult to remove.