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If iodine got on linoleum or other furniture, then in this case it is recommended to use folk remedies, thanks to which you can cope with the problem as quickly as possible. If you take timely measures and wipe the iodine from the surface, then there will be no traces of stains. Old stains are usually the hardest to deal with, but with some effort and patience, they can be removed too.
Methods for removing iodine stains
When removing traces of iodine, it should be borne in mind that not all products may be suitable for a specific surface. Thus, using acetone, you should first check the reaction to this drug. This is due to the fact that the product may lose its shade. When choosing special cleaning agents, it is necessary to look at which surfaces they are suitable for, since you can cause even more harm to the furniture being cleaned.
How to remove iodine stains using folk methods
If there is contamination on the linoleum, it is recommended to wipe it off with a damp, clean cloth or napkin. This option is suitable in cases where the antiseptic is not absorbed into the coating. You can also use folk remedies:
- a mixture of table salt and soda... In this case, you will need to wipe the place with a napkin moistened with warm water, and then apply a gruel made from salt and baking soda to the stain. Then cover with a small piece of cloth. After 11 hours, the gruel is removed and the linoleum is thoroughly washed;
- lemon - This option is great for fresh stains. Lemon juice is applied to a cotton swab and scrubbed thoroughly.
If it becomes necessary to remove iodine from the sofa, then you can use the following methods:
- milk used in the case when iodine did not have time to be absorbed into the upholstery of the sofa. Milk is applied to problem areas and left for literally 25 minutes. If, after such manipulation, the trace could not be wiped off, then it is recommended to use special means;
- acetone is the most effective remedy, but it is important to take into account that having a high level of aggressiveness, the remedy can harm upholstered furniture. Initially it is recommended to check the reaction of the upholstery to acetone on an inconspicuous area.
When iodine hits a wooden table, the following methods are an excellent solution:
- hair spray - you need to spray a small amount of varnish, then thoroughly wipe off the contamination with a toothbrush and leave for 1.5 hours. If the trace turned pale, but it was not possible to completely wipe it off, then the procedure is repeated;
- vinegar... In this case, take 9% vinegar. They moisten a cotton pad with it and wipe the problem area on the table. The secret lies in the fact that iodine enters into a chemical reaction, after which crystallization begins and it is quite easy to wipe off the existing trace.
As practice shows, fresh stains lend themselves much more effectively to removal.
How to remove iodine stains using household chemicals
In addition to folk methods, you can use household chemicals to remove traces of iodine. As practice shows, often their level of effectiveness is almost identical to the available tools that are at home with every housewife.
Today the most popular remedy is Vanish. With its help, you can effectively remove iodine stain on the carpet. In addition, this product is completely safe and will not cause any harm to the surface to be cleaned. It is recommended to use "Vanish" according to the instructions attached to it.
Domestos is no less effective. In this case, it is recommended to apply the composition to the problem area and leave for 3-4 minutes. After this time, the surface will need to be thoroughly washed in the usual way.
If necessary, you can use any detergent that contains ammonia. The agent is applied for a while and wiped off with a toothbrush.
If there are no special tools at hand, then you can use the well-known bleach. In this case, it is recommended to soak the contaminated area with bleach, leave for 10-15 minutes, and then wash thoroughly.
Also, to wipe off existing dirt, you can use Antipyatnin soap. In this case, it is necessary to prepare a high concentration soap solution, and then try to scrub the stains with a toothbrush.
Features of removing iodine from various surfaces
Each surface has its own specific characteristics and what may be suitable for one material is completely inappropriate for another. Many experts recommend initially using the most gentle formulations to wipe off dirt. If the desired effect is not achieved, then you can increase the concentration or use another method.
How to remove iodine from furniture
If a situation arises as a result of which it is necessary to wipe off iodine from furniture made of plastic, lacquered wood, MDF, chipboard or leather, then the first step is to wipe the furniture with a clean damp cloth. After that, you need to try to wipe off the existing trace with an ordinary stationery eraser. In the event that the eraser does not work, you will need to use alcohol or vodka. If untreated wood was used to make furniture, then the best option is to use sandpaper.
How to scrub iodine from linoleum
If iodine has been spilled on the floor, it is recommended to take appropriate action as soon as possible. To remove an iodine stain on linoleum, the first thing to do is soak it with a damp cloth or paper towel.
Then you need to take a cotton pad, moisten it with alcohol or any other strong alcoholic beverage and try to wipe off the iodine. If there are no alcoholic beverages on hand, they can be replaced with gasoline, kerosene or window cleaner.
How to remove iodine from carpet
Raw potato tuber will help remove iodine stain on carpet:
- The first step is to remove the peel from the potato, grate it on a fine grater and apply a thick enough layer to the problem area, on the carpet.
- In this form, it is worth leaving everything for 10 minutes, then remove the grated potatoes with cold water.
- It is recommended to repeat this procedure until it is possible to completely wipe off the existing trace of iodine.
If the carpet has a long pile, then it is best to use a nail polish remover or acetone. In addition, you can sprinkle with baking soda thoroughly, add a small amount of vinegar on top and leave for 11 hours, then rinse.
How to remove iodine from plastic
In such situations, you can use several methods, among which are:
- raw potatoes - half of the tuber is applied to the place of contamination and left for 12 hours. After this time, the plastic surface should be thoroughly washed;
- ammonia Is the most popular option. A small amount of alcohol is applied to a cotton pad and try to wipe off the dirt.
If it was not possible to remove the stain the first time, then it is worth repeating the procedure.
How to scrub iodine off the table
Often there is a need not only to remove iodine from the carpet, but also from the table. Today, you can find a large number of ways through which you can wipe existing stains from the table surface. In this case, it is important to understand that the tools used can cause even more damage to the table surface. Many experts advise not to do anything in such situations. This is due primarily to the fact that the countertop has a large number of protective layers, as a result of which iodine cannot penetrate deeply, in addition, this antiseptic eventually disappears from hard surfaces by itself.
How to remove iodine from wallpaper
As many experts note, it is almost impossible to remove iodine from wallpaper. This is due to the fact that the antiseptic penetrates the surface thoroughly, and when it is removed, there is a possibility that the trace will become even larger. In such cases, it is recommended to re-glue a strip of wallpaper with dirt or cover it with a picture or any other decorative element.
Useful Tips
If you follow some tips in the process of removing iodine stains, then you can not only wipe off existing traces, but also not cause significant damage to furniture:
- it is recommended to wipe off dirt as soon as they appear. This is due to the fact that old traces are much more difficult to remove;
- you should not choose strong compositions to remove traces of contamination, since there is a high probability that the surface to be cleaned will be damaged. That is why it is best to initially check the reaction of the product to the substance, in an inconspicuous area;
- if a trace of iodine remains on upholstered furniture, then this area should be vacuumed first;
- it is worth wiping off the stains from the edge, gradually moving towards the center;
- if you plan to use special products, then it is worth pre-rinsing the surface of the products to be cleaned;
- when choosing strong chemicals, it should be borne in mind that the upholstery can be easily damaged.
Since iodine is a volatile substance, it can disappear from hard surfaces over time.
Conclusion
It is quite easy to wipe off iodine from different surfaces if appropriate measures are taken immediately. If not, it's worth some effort. In the process of work, it is recommended to adhere to all the tips and clean up contaminants in stages.
