Of all the parenting debates out there, perhaps there is none greater than whether or not you’re team slime. This gooey, sticky, questionable substance—while undeniably messy—also has its benefits, namely, occupying toddlers and kids for more than just a few minutes. Plus, there’s no activity quite as exciting to little ones as making homemade slime. For these reasons, I find myself coming back to slime again and again even after swearing it off in our home.
But if the sight of slime makes you feel anxious about the inevitable mess you’re certainly not alone—and with good reason: there’s nothing that sticks to clothes quite like good old slime. Not to mention, the thought of attempting to get slime out of a carpet or white t-shirt is enough to keep us up at night. The fact is, even the most meticulous of kids are bound to get some of it stuck in their shirtsleeves. Or, in my preschooler’s case, all over the front of his shirt, sleeves, and pants.
If there’s one thing we can all benefit from, it’s life hacks that make our day-to-day tasks easier. Over the years, other parents have learned tried-and-true ways of doing things like how to get urine stains out of a mattress after nighttime accidents, effective stain-removing tactics for toddler clothes, and the plethora of helpful hydrogen peroxide cleaning hacks (IYKYK). After slime was introduced into the kid-favorite activity scene, it was only a matter of time before we needed a hack to remove slime from clothes, too.
Good news: it’s actually really easy to get slime out of clothes with materials you likely already have around your house. When the inevitable happens, here’s what to do:
Goo Gone: Apply Goo Gone and work the slime particles loose with a brush. Dish Soap: Squirt some dish soap directly onto the stain and scrub in a circular motion with a paper towel. I used dye-free biodegradable dish soap.
Use a scrub brush (an old toothbrush works too) to scrape the slime off and watch as it magically comes free.
Once the vinegar has set, we’ll be able to take brush and gently scrub off the remaining particles of slime. Then pat the area with dry paper towel.
How to Get Slime Out of Clothes
To start, we’re going to want to make sure the big clumps of slime are removed. That way, we’re working only with the stain and smaller pieces. Use a spoon or butter knife to peel away as much of the slime as possible.
How do you get slime out of clothes without vinegar?
FAQ
How do you get slime out of clothes fast?
Will Dawn dish soap get slime out of clothes?
What dissolves slime?
How do you get slime out of a blanket without vinegar?
Can you use vinegar to remove slime from clothes?
Vinegar contains acetic acid that will break the bonds between the slime and the fabric yet is mild enough to be used safely on clothes. Spray the slime-stained area with the vinegar and water solution or dab some on with a microfiber cloth. Allow the solution to work for five minutes before washing the clothes.
How can I sweeten lime?
There are a few ways to sweeten lime. One way is to add sugar or honey to the lime juice. Another way is to add lime juice to a sweetened food or beverage. If you’re looking for a low-sugar option, you can also add lime juice to sparkling water or unsweetened tea. Whatever method you choose, make sure to taste the lime juice before adding more sweetener, as too much can make the lime juice unpalatable.
How do you get slime out of clothes?
The best way to get slime out of fabric is to pour vinegar directly on the area. Saturate the stain thoroughly, then use a soft scrub brush to clean the clothing item. Even if there are small pieces of slime left on t-shirts, the vinegar will loosen them up while you are scrubbing.
How do you remove slime putty from clothes?
Rinse the cloth thoroughly in warm water, then launder in your washing machine or by hand. Slime putty is more firm, elastic, and thicker than typical slime. It can get messy if it sticks to clothing. To remove slime putty from clothes, spray with hydrogen peroxide, white vinegar, or 99% isopropyl rubbing alcohol, then scrub with a soft brush.