How to Get Fingernail Polish Out of Microfiber

How to Get Fingernail Polish Out of Microfiber
Written By
Jaimie Zinski
Jaimie Zinski
Published: Apr 2, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Remove the Stain

Step 1

Remove any excess nail polish that is still found on the couch with paper towel.

Step 2

Make a paste with a cup of baking soda and one or two ounces of water, or enough to make the baking soda into a paste.

Step 3

Place the paste directly onto the stain and leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the paste with a dry cloth. If necessary, use a small amount of water to remove the paste, but quickly dry any water that remains with a hairdryer.

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Step 5

Repeat until the stain is removed.

Clean the Microfiber

Step 1

Run a vacuum cleaner hose attachment over the area that you just cleaned to remove any debris that may be found on the material.

Step 2

Pour 1/2 cup of powder laundry detergent onto the previously stained area.

Step 3

Work the detergent into the fabric with a soft bristled brush.

Step 4

Vacuum up all the detergent from the microfiber garment or sofa.

Warnings

Do not use acetone fingernail polish remover on the microfiber because it can cause permanent damage the material

Photo Credits

Nail polish image by Larisa Epor from Fotolia.com

Jaimie Zinski

Residing in Chippewa Falls, Wis., Jaimie Zinski has been writing since 2009. Specializing in pop culture, film and television, her work appears on Star Reviews and various other websites. Zinski is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in history at…

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