Brown spots on quilts
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Probably your first thing to do is to try to determine the cause of the spotting.
Different sources. Different removal methods.
Some starters .............
* fly dirt?
* splatters of food?
* rust from pins that was in it?
* splashes from painting?
* water spotting/stains?
* smoke stains?
* blood?
* etcetera!
Different sources. Different removal methods.
Some starters .............
* fly dirt?
* splatters of food?
* rust from pins that was in it?
* splashes from painting?
* water spotting/stains?
* smoke stains?
* blood?
* etcetera!
Last edited by QuiltE; 06-18-2014 at 03:52 PM.
#3
at one time there was a batting with sticks? bits in it, which spotted the lighter colors after awhile. I think it was 10-15 years ago, is your quilt that old? Have you looked at a spot with a magnifying glass?
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I believe Warm and Natural years ago (and probably some other cotton battings) contained seed bits that were known to release oils over time and discolor fabric. I would probably try http://www.retroclean.com to remove the discoloration.
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Depends on what color of the quilt it is. If I'm not sure of a spot, I use a little Dawn in water. Then use a Q-tip dipped in the water or you could try straight Dawn on a q-tip. I would use it in an inconspicuous spot. Don't need a lot just a little and see what happens. If you can use it in a light area of the quilt try that. if it comes out then You may be able to just hand wash. Let dry on a towel. hope works for you.
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