How Do You Remove Gum Stains From Fabric?
With its sticky texture, gum may seem impossible to get out of fabric. Don’t panic. With the proper tools and a little patience, you can effectively remove gum stains. Pull gently on the gum to remove as much of it as possible. Do this carefully so as not to spread the gum to other areas of the fabric. Put the fabric in a plastic bag and stick the bag in the freezer. Leave the fabric in the freezer for about an hour, or until the gum is hardened. If the gum stain is on fabric that is too large to go in the freezer, you can place two or three ice cubes in a freezer bag and rub them on the gum spot for several minutes until the gum hardens. Use a paring knife to carefully scrape the gum residue from the fabric. For more delicate fabrics, use a plastic knife to prevent the fabric from becoming damaged Brush the gum stain with a toothbrush to remove any leftover gum residue. Do not rub the stain too forcefully or the fabric may become frayed or damaged. Wash the fabric according to the lab
