Oxiclean works best with warm or hot water. If you want to run a cold-water load, dissolve the Oxiclean in 2 cups (470 ml) of hot water and pour it into the machine as it fills with cold water. If you don’t use powdered laundry detergent and you’ve got a front-loading machine with an external dispenser, mix the OxiClean powder with 2 cups (470 ml) of hot water and pour it into the compartment before you start the load.
If you’d rather spot treat the stain, make a small amount of OxiClean solution and sponge it onto the spot. Then, sponge it off after 5 minutes. You can treat stained clothes in a large bowl, sink, or bathtub.
If the stain has already set or it’s really deep, you might have to repeat this process. If you’re treating a delicate rug or carpet, do a spot test first. Gently rub some of the OxiClean solution into an inconspicuous spot. Blot it with a damp cloth and inspect the area to see if it damaged the rug. If not, you’re good to go! If you’re looking for a convenient option, get Oxiclean Carpet and Rug Stain Removing Spray. This way you don’t have to mix up a solution—just spray and clean!
Be careful if you’re standing barefoot in the tub or shower while you clean since the bottom will be slippery.
The longer you leave the paste on the grout, the deeper it will penetrate and the more it will lift stains.
You don’t need to scrub the filter after it’s soaked unless there’s really tough grease buildup. In general, clean your filter twice a year. If you fry food frequently, plan on cleaning your hood range filter more often.
The cleaning pouches are designed to remove musty smells from your machine, so run a cleaning cycle every month or whenever you notice funky odors.
Plan on cleaning your dishwasher at least once a month or more often if you run it several times a day.
You can even pour the solution directly into the bin and swish it around if you want to be really thorough! While it’s fine to pour the solution into a metal trash can that has a removable plastic bin, don’t let the solution get onto the metal itself since it could corrode it.
If you’re trying to get sweat stains out of baseball caps or remove stains from sneakers, mix a paste solution and use a toothbrush to scrub it onto the stain. Let it sit for about 5 minutes before you rinse it off.
Kid strollers also get notoriously dirty, but they’re actually really easy to clean. Use the OxiClean solution you made for stuffed animals and dab it onto stroller stains. Then, blot the area with a damp cloth.
For the best results, use OxiClean Odor Blasters Versatile Stain and Odor Remover. To clean hard surfaces like a pet carrier, dip a sponge in the OxiClean solution and scrub the item. Then, wipe it off with a damp sponge.
If there are visible stains on your patio cushions or the umbrella for your patio table, make an Oxiclean paste and work it into the stain before you rinse it off.
If you’re trying to lift oil stains from concrete, let the solution sit for up to 30 minutes before you rinse it off.
