How do I remove kerosene odor from cotton clothing?
By margob from Elkins, WV
My partner was using kerosene on pistons while rebuilding a car engine and now his clothes smell of kerosene. Can anyone help? Natural products preferred please.
Thank you.
LAMBCHOP from Western Australia
RE: Removing Kerosene Smells From Clothing
I don't know if you have Borateem or borax in the grocery in Australia, but that is what I use to get gas out of my husband's clothes. It also helps to dry them outside, sometimes for a few days. Use 1/2 cup borax, the usual amount of soap, and the hottest water you can use. (09/15/2006)
By Carla B.
RE: Removing Kerosene Smells From Clothing
Try rubbing baking soda into the fabric. And put vinegar into the wash and rinse. (09/17/2006)
By JMRoss
RE: Removing Kerosene Smells From Clothing
Thanks for the replies. I have found eucalyptus oil to do the job really well. Place 5-10 ml in your fabric dispenser. Fill up with water to full level and wash as usual. The smell of kerosene is gone for good. (09/30/2006)
By LAMBCHOP
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