How to Remove Stains on Cardboard Boxes

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Written By
Chris Simon
Chris Simon
Published: Jan 19, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Things You Will Need

  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • Spray bottle
  • Absorbent cloths

Cleaning cardboard with bleach products will cause discoloration and may disintegrate the structure. You can mix a mild cleaning solution that acts as a stain remover using inexpensive household items.

  1. Mix 1/2 cup white vinegar and 1/2 cup baking soda in a container. Pour the mixture into a clean, empty spray bottle and top up with warm water. Baking soda and vinegar are natural cleaners that will absorb stains.

  2. Spray the stained cardboard box with the cleaning solution. Do not overspray as this may damage the cardboard. A light mist will be enough.

  3. Wipe gently over the stain with an absorbent cloth. Work the cleaning solution into the stain.

  4. Blot the residue away with a dry absorbent cloth and leave the cardboard box to thoroughly air dry.

Photo Credits

cardboard box image by MAXFX from Fotolia.com

cardboard box image by MAXFX from Fotolia.com

Chris Simon

Chris Simon began writing articles and fiction in 1988. His work has appeared in Science Fiction and Fantasy World Horror Writers U.K and "Flashlight."

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