How Do You Remove Oil Stains From A Ripstop Nylon Jacket?
Ripstop nylon is a fabric commonly used for camping equipment, outdoor clothing like jackets and pants and even parachutes, kites, sails and banners. It is water-resistant and is also quite strong against rips and tears, making it good for wind activities. Most ripstop nylon is made of nylon, but it can also be interwoven with other fabric threads including cotton, silk and polyester. These other fabric threads can retain stains, making it more difficult to get them out than with regular nylon. You may be able to determine if your jacket has other thread types in it by looking at the label; if not, proceed with removing your oil stain from your jacket. Apply grease removing dishwashing soap (not for the dishwasher) directly to the stain. Rub it in with your finger and allow it to set for about an hour. Rinse with the hottest water your fabric can stand (read the label to find out). Unlike a protein stain (blood or milk), oil responds to hot water because it loosens and “melts” in it. R
