How long should OxiClean sit?

SOAK 1-6 hours depending on severity of stain, some stains may require more time to soak. For best results, soak for 6 hours. WASH as normal with detergent and OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover.
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How long does it take for OxiClean to dry?

For extra tough mold and mildew, make OxiClean into a paste and apply. Let stand for 1 hour up to overnight, scrub and rinse thoroughly.
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How long is too long to soak in OxiClean?

OxiClean can be mixed and sprayed for certain cleaning applications, but don't keep the solution around. According to the product page on Amazon: “Do not store solutions for more than 6 hours, as pressure can build up and the container may rupture, causing injury.”
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Can you soak in oxyclean overnight?

Step One: I filled a sink with warm water and a scoop of OxiClean White Revive Stain Remover and added the stained clothing. Step Two: I let the clothes soak in the OxiClean for about 8 hours (6 hours is recommended but I just let mine soak overnight).
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Can OxiClean get out old stains?

Remove Clothing Stains

Add OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover to Line 2 to 4 for every gallon of water. Mix until the powder is completely dissolved for best results. Soak the garment for 1-6 hours, depending on the severity of the stain.
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Does OxiClean leave a residue?

It takes really, really hot water to get it to dissolve very well and it is difficult to remove the residue left over from the crystals. If used it must be thoroughly rinsed or there will be a white residue left everywhere it was used.
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Does OxiClean work with cold water?

OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover works in any temperature water, but best in warm to hot water. Do NOT use boiling water.
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Can you mix Dawn dish soap with OxiClean?

probably at least a cup of the Oxy Clean and Biz, ½ - ¾ cup of Cascade and ⅓ cup of Dawn. if you are using a larger container, use more soap. then, mix it all up. let all the soap crystals dissolve in the warm water.
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What happens if you leave stain remover on too long?

Using too much stain remover

Using too much can make the area harder to rinse or dry, especially on carpets and upholstery. Light, repeated applications of a remover work much better than flooding a stain.
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Can you put OxiClean in toilet tank?

Chemical cleaners that can be used include Lime-A-Way, The Works Toilet Bowl Cleaner and Oxyclean. Follow directions and cautions on the containers if you use these cleaners.
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Does OxiClean really work?

OxiClean Versatile was effective enough to combat a variety of stains, from ink, to chocolate, to coffee. The product was unparalleled in its pre-treatment instructions and process, versatility, and cost per unit. The powder outperformed six other stain removers and will save you time, money, and shelf space.
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What can you not mix with OxiClean?

Never mix OxiClean and vinegar. OxiClean breaks down into hydrogen peroxide, and mixing hydrogen peroxide and vinegar creates peracetic acid, which can be toxic. Peracetic acid is corrosive and can irritate your eyes, mouth, nose, and throat.
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Why does OxiClean work so well?

The sodium carbonate component of OxiClean breaks up that magnetic attraction. Sodium carbonate raises the pH in the cleaning water, causing a chemical reaction that turns the positively charged stain negative. Once negatively charged, the dirt flies off of the fabric.
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Can you sprinkle OxiClean on carpet?

OxiClean can be mixed into your regular carpet cleaning solution in order to perfect the entire floor at once for a uniform appearance. If you think your carpet is already pretty clean, however, I would just take out the spots and not go to so much trouble.
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Does OxiClean make clothes whiter?

So I did a little research (as I am want to do) and discovered that Oxiclean will whiten whites, but isn't the same as bleach. It's a chlorine free bleaching agent. It whitens by some kind of magical oxygenating process.
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Do stains come out better in hot or cold water?

Hot water sets some stains while dissolving others. For instance, when choosing hot or cold water for blood stains, selecting hot could cause the stain to “cook” into your clothes. Many stains respond best to a rinse or soak in cold water, then a wash cycle in warm or hot.
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How can I get yellow stains out caused by OxiClean?

Magic Ingredient: OxiClean

Fill a sink with warm water and add Oxiclean. Soak shirt in the solution for 1-24 hours (24 hours for super tough stains) You can also spot treat your stains with a thick OxiClean paste before soaking.
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Do stains get harder to remove over time?

The longer a stain is left untreated, the less likely it is to be removed. When a spill first occurs, it sits on the surface of the fabric, but over time, that spill can start to react with the fabric causing the fabric to actually change colors.
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Can I mop with OxiClean?

Oxiclean is designed for floor cleaning. Mopping your floor with plain water or a general floor cleaner doesn't always remove stubborn stains from your floor. OxiClean is designed to help lift stubborn stains. The key to mopping your floor with OxiClean is mixing in the correct amount of OxiClean powder.
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Does OxiClean fade color?

Will OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover fade my colored clothing? OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover is color safe. However, not all clothing is colorfast. Always remember to test for colorfastness in an inconspicuous area before using the product.
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Will OxiClean fade jeans?

There are several ways to go about aging your jeans. You can assemble a collection of razors (the kind you use on your beard or legs), box cutters, and sandpaper. For washing, you'll want some borax or OxiClean, and if you need a more intense fade, you can use some bleach—we'll get to that later.
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How do you soak clothes in OxiClean?

MIX Fill scoop to line 4 per 1 gallon of water. Submerge stained items in solution after dissolved. SOAK 1-6 hours depending on severity of stain, some stains may require more time to soak. For best results, soak for 6 hours.
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Do you add detergent with OxiClean?

While OxiClean can be used alone, you can add laundry detergent for extra cleaning power. However, never combine chlorine bleach, ammonia, or other common cleaning products with oxygen bleach.
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