How to Remove Ketchup Stains

You’d be hard-pushed to find a house in Norway without at least one bottle of ketchup stowed away. Fries' best friend and a delicious dip to so many dishes, our love for it is undeniable –but as most of us will know, this household favourite can make a mighty mess on once-spotless clothes.

Luckily, Vanish allows you to do just this – simply use our Laundry Boosters to pre-treat and then wash your stained clothing. Or, for carpets and upholstery, use our powerful Carpet & Upholstery Spray.

Read on for instructions on how to get best results with Vanish and how to remove ketchup stains from your fabrics.

To remove ketchup stains from clothes, first use a spoon to scrape off any ketchup residue. Next, blot the stain carefully using a clean, damp paper towel or cloth to soak up as much as you can, being careful not to rub it into the material as this will smear the stain more. Finally, use Vanish Laundry Booster Gel to treat the stain using these simple steps:

To remove ketchup stains from white clothes you’ll need a different product to when you’re removing ketchup stains from coloured clothes. Vanish Crystal White Gel will help to keep your white clothes white whilst removing stains and eliminating odours.

First, gently remove as much of the stain as possible with the side of a spoon. Then blot the stain without smearing using a clean, damp paper towel or cloth. Finally, follow these quick and easy instructions:

To remove ketchup stains from your shoes, you should first assess the material. If your shoes are made from materials such as cotton, nylon and polyester, follow the same steps you would for removing stains from clothes based on whether they are white or coloured, and make sure you put them in a mild wash – being sure to remove shoe laces first.

To remove ketchup from your carpet or upholstery, dampen the affected area with cool water to stop the stain from setting. You’ll then need to scrape the excess off with a spoon or butter knife. Then use Vanish Carpet & Home Textile Spray, for the ultimate stain removal action and odour elimination in these easy steps: