How to Remove Insect Stains from Fabric

Washable Fabric: Fresh Insect Stain

Soak the fabric in a basin of cold water for about 30 minutes.

Rub the fabric against itself to loosen the insect stain.

Treat the affected area with an enzyme based cleaner.

Wash the fabric as you normally would.

Washable Fabric: Dried or Old Insect Stain

Scrape off the excess crusted matter using a brush.

Mix 1/2 teaspoon liquid detergent with enzymes, 1 tablespoon ammonia and 1 quart cold water in a basin. Do not use warm water.

Soak the fabric for at least 30 minutes. For older insect stains you have to soak it longer.

Wash the fabric as you normally would. If the stain is still visible, repeat the soaking process.

Non Washable Fabric: Fresh Insect Stain

Spray cold water on the stained area using a spray bottle.

Blot the area with a cloth. Repeat the spraying and blotting process until the insect stain is gone.

Dry the area using a towel.

Non Washable Fabric: Dried or Old Insect Stain

Scrape off the excess dried matter using a brush.

Mix 1 tablespoon of liquid dish washing detergent with 2 cups of cold water in a large bowl to make a detergent solution.

Dip the toothbrush in the solution and gently brush the stained area.

Blot the area with a clean, wet cloth to rinse the solution. Repeat the applying, brushing and rinsing process, if needed.

Use a cloth damped with cold water to rinse the remaining solution. Rinse thoroughly.

Dry the area with a cloth towel. If stain is still visible, use 3% hydrogen peroxide on the fabric with caution. Pretest on a hidden spot on the material.

Moisten the stained area with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Let it sit for about 5 minutes.

Blot the foamy substance with a clean dry cloth. Repeat the applying and blotting process until the insect stain is gone.

Use a cloth damped with cold water to rinse the remaining solution. Rinse thoroughly.

Use a dry towel to dry the area.