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Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Acetate, Fiberglass, Rayon, Silk, Triacetate, Wool
Immediately scrape (the method of using a scraping tool to gently lift off excess solid or caked-on stains) any excess with a dull knife or spatula. Apply a dry spotter to the stain and cover with an absorbent pad dampened with dry spotter. Let it stand as long as any stain is being removed. Keep the pad and stain moist. Flush (the method of applying stain remover to loosen staining materials and residue from stain removers) with a dry-cleaning solvent such asor Afta Cleaning Fluid.
Allow to dry.
To make a dry spotter, combine 1 part coconut oil (available at pharmacies and health food stores) and 8 parts liquid dry-cleaning solvent. This solution may be stored if the container is tightly capped to prevent evaporation of the solvent. Mineral oil may be substituted for the coconut oil, but is not quite as effective. Caution: Dry-cleaning solvents are poisonous and may be flammable. Wet spotter: To prepare a wet spotter, mix 1 part glycerine, 1 part white dishwashing detergent, and 8 parts water. Shake well before each use. Store wet spotter in a plastic squeeze bottle. |
Acrylic Fabric, Burlap Cotton, Linen, Modacrylic,
Nylon, Olefin, Polyester, Rope, Spandex
Scrape the excess. Test acetone on an inconspicuous place. If fiber color doesn't change, flush acetone through the stain to an absorbent pad. When no more stain is being removed, change pads and flush well with dry-cleaning solvent. Allow to dry thoroughly.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Acrylic Plastic, Asphalt, Cork, Linoleum, Plexiglas,
Polyurethane, Vinyl Clothing, Vinyl Tile, Vinyl Wallcovering
Fingernail polish contains chemicals that can quickly ruin the surface. Immediately scrape up any excess spill. Dab the area with a cloth dipped in amyl acetate and rinse, but this stain may be permanent.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Alabaster, Marble
Wipe up the excess immediately. Wipe the area with a cloth dampened with acetone. Rinse with a damp cloth and wipe dry. If any stain remains, make a poultice of water, 3% hydrogen peroxide, and a mild powder detergent. Apply the poultice to the stain and cover with a damp cloth. When the stain has been bleached out, rinse thoroughly and dry.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Aluminum, lron, Stainless Steel, Tin
Wipe excess immediately. Since these surfaces aren't porous, there shouldn't be a stain, only a mild discoloration. To remove this discoloration, wash with a steel wool soap pad, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Bamboo, Cane
Remove the excess and wipe the area with a cloth dipped in mild pure soapsuds to which a little ammonia has been added. If any stain remains, dip the edge of a clean cloth in acetone and gently dab at the stain; be careful not to force the stain into the plant fibers. If not treated immediately, this could be a permanent stain.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Bluestone, Brick, Concrete, Flagstone, Granite,
Limestone, Masonry Tile, Sandstone, Slate, Terrazzo
Remove the excess as soon as possible. With a cloth dipped in acetone, dab at the remaining stain until no more is picked up. Wash the area using a soft-bristled brush with a solution of washing soda or detergent and water. Rinse with clear water and allow to dry.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Carpet/Synthetic, Carpet/Wool
Scrape as much of the excess as you can without forcing it into the pile. Apply amyl acetate to the stain and cover with an absorbent pad dampened with amyl acetate. Keep moist and let stand for about 15 minutes, blotting occasionally. Scrape to help loosen the stain. Flush carefully with a dry-cleaning solvent or Afta Cleaning Fluid. Allow to thoroughly dry.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Ceramic, Glass/Tile, Enamel, Glass, Gold,
Platinum, Porcelain, Rhinestones, Silver
Wipe up excess polish as soon as possible. Wash with a cloth dipped in a solution of washing soda, water, and a few drops of ammonia. Rinse well and wipe dry. Hardened polish can sometimes be carefully scraped away with a razor blade on ceramic tile, enamel, and glass.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Grout
With a sponge, blot up as much polish as possible. Dip a wet toothbrush into a little powdered cleanser and scrub gently. Rinse well with clear water and wipe dry.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Jade, Opal, Pearls (except simulated)
Blot up excess polish. Fingernail polish may permanently damage natural and cultured pearls and mother-of-pearl. A cotton swab moistened with oily fingernail polish remover (not acetone-based polish remover) and gently dabbed on the stain may be effective. After stained setting has been moistened, blot up stain with a dry cotton swab.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Leather, Suede
Carefully scrape excess with a dull knife or spatula. Mix a solution of mild soap in lukewarm water. Swish to create a great volume of suds. Apply only the foam with a sponge, but avoid spreading the stain. Dry with a clean cloth. If the polish has hardened, try gently rubbing an artgum eraser across it. As a last resort, cautiously file the area with an emery board or a piece of very fine (grade 6/0-8/0) sandpaper. As a thin layer of hide is removed, work carefully.
Remove Nail Polish Stains From:
Paint/Flat, Paint/Gloss
Wipe away the excess, being careful not to spread the polish. Wipe the stain with a cloth dipped in 1/3 quart warm sudsy water to which 1 teaspoon borax has been added. Rinse with clear water and dry thoroughly.
These stain removal tips will give you methods to remove those difficult nail polish stains at the tip of your fingers.
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