Waking up to a blood stain on your sheets or mattress is always an unpleasant surprise — but it happens to most of us at one time or another. Just like with other stains, it's best to deal with a blood stain as soon as you spot it. Show Carolyn Forté, executive director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Cleaning Lab, recommends keeping a few stain-busting products on hand at all times to make sure you have exactly what you need to remove any fresh or dried stains from bedding, clothing or other household fabrics. So when your next blood stain happens, follow Forté's easy how-to guide on how to get blood out of sheets (or other bed linens) to guarantee a better — well, cleaner — night's rest. More From Good HousekeepingHow to Get Fresh Blood out of SheetsIf you wake up to spots of blood on your sheets, don't delay. Head to your medicine cabinet and laundry room to gather the necessary supplies. Always check the care label first to make sure it's safe to use either chlorine or all-fabric bleach on your sheets. Once you get the go-ahead, follow this step-by-step guide.
How to Get Dried Blood out of SheetsMore often than not, a blood stain dries overnight, leaving you with a hard-to-remove mess in the morning. While it may take more time and elbow grease to remove than a fresh stain, this three-step method will help remove even the most set-in stains.
How to Get Blood out of a MattressIf you haven't covered your bed with a mattress protector (you learned the hard way, didn't you?), follow this how-to guide to make your mattress look new again.
Products That Will Get Blood Out of ClothesTide Ultra Oxi Liquid DetergentCredit: Amazon Clorox Splash-Less Liquid BleachCredit: Clorox Carbona Oxy Powered Laundry SoakerCredit: Carbona Clorox 2 Laundry Stain Remover and Color BoosterCredit: Clorox Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more. This content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. How do you get a blood stain off a mattress?You can mix one part baking soda with two parts cold water, and then apply the mixture to the mattress with a white paper towel or rag. Let it sit for about 30 minutes, and then rinse it up with another cloth or towel.
How do you get Period stains out of bed sheets instantly?How to Get Blood Out of Sheets: 6 Tips. Use Cold Water. Always use cold water when removing blood stains from bed sheets. ... . Dab the Stain. Take a cold, wet washcloth and dab the stained area — never rub it. ... . Soak in Cold Water. ... . Use a Stain Fighter. ... . Machine Wash. ... . Air Dry Your Sheets.. What removes old period stains?Grab your bottle of hydrogen peroxide! Just apply a small amount of hydrogen peroxide directly to the stain and watch as the red blood stain disappears. In the case of old or stubborn stains, reapply as needed. After the stain is removed, rinse the area with cold water to remove any peroxide that may be left behind.
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