How to remove strawberry stain: Quick procedure without chemicals | EcoHaus

A Story from Life

“We went strawberry picking with my daughter. She was jumping between the rows and stuffing them straight into her mouth. Of course – her dress from the waist down was full of red stains. I thought it was a goner. But I tried an old trick from my grandmother. And it worked – as if there had never been a stain there.”

– Aneta, EcoHaus customer

Why Strawberries Leave Such Tough Stains

Fresh strawberries contain strong natural dyes (anthocyanins) that immediately soak into the fabric. They are beautifully red – but on white clothing, they are a disaster. It’s important to act quickly and gently. And also to know what to avoid using.

How to remove a strawberry stain step by step

What’s good to have on hand:

cold water
baking soda
citric acid or lemon juice
EcoHaus laundry sheets
or sodium percarbonate

Procedure:

Rinse the stain as soon as possible with cold water – from the inside out.
Sprinkle baking soda on the damp stain and drizzle with lemon juice or a solution of citric acid.

Why it works: The reaction between the acid and the soda releases natural pigment from the fabric.
Let it sit for 10–15 minutes, then gently rub.
Wash with EcoHaus laundry sheets at 30–40 °C.

Why it works: The laundry sheets tackle sugar, leftover dye, and any greasy undertones from sunscreen.
For white laundry, add sodium percarbonate during washing.

Why it works: Active oxygen naturally bleaches without the risk of damaging the fibers.

What to watch out for

Don't use hot water. High temperatures can literally set the pigment from strawberries – especially on cotton.
Don't wait until the next day. The fresher the stain, the greater the chance of 100% removal.
Avoid chlorine bleach. It can damage the fibers and paradoxically leave yellow or gray shadows on the clothing.

Tip from Grandma Petra

It helps the most if the stain doesn't have a chance to settle at all.Fresh strawberries? They almost always disappear when soaked in cold water with lemon right away.

Tip from Vlaďka – the cleaning lady

On colored clothing, first test the lemon in a hidden spot. And if the stain remains, instead of percarbonate, try a drop of laundry perfume – it not only helps but also makes the clothes smell wonderful.

Dealing with a different type of stain?

In that case, it’s worth visiting our Stain Advisor, where every stain is thoroughly addressed.

Or just click on Vlaďka in the bottom right corner – she can help with what seems unsolvable.

Summary

A strawberry stain doesn't have to mean the end of your favorite dress. When you react in time, use natural remedies, and give space to grandma's wisdom, strawberry summer can continue without stains – and without chemicals.