Accidentally got glue on your clothes? Ouch! Glue stains are tough on fabric, especially super glue designed to bond permanently.
Fortunately, as cleaning experts with years of experience tackling tough stains, we recommend a reliable grandmother's trick using white vinegar and nail polish remover. It's quick, effective, and uses items you likely have at home.
- 2 tablespoons of white vinegar
- Half a glass of hot water
- Nail polish remover with acetone
- Cotton swab
- Soft toothbrush
1. Dip the cotton swab in the nail polish remover.
2. Gently dab the stain with the soaked swab.
3. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes. The acetone will dissolve most of the glue, unless it's extremely thick.
4. Use the soft toothbrush to gently rub and lift the glue. Avoid spreading it further.
5. For any remaining residue, mix white vinegar with hot water in equal parts.
6. Dip a clean cloth into the mixture.
7. Dab the area to dissolve and remove leftover glue.
8. Machine wash the garment on your regular cycle.
9. Dry as usual.
Your glue stain is completely gone! This method is fast, simple, and highly effective based on real-world testing.
No traces left behind in minutes. Skip expensive commercial removers—it works on jeans, cotton, and most fabrics.
Economical and accessible, with ingredients from any supermarket.
Always test nail polish remover on a small, hidden area first to ensure colorfastness.
Avoid on delicate fabrics, as acetone and vinegar may cause damage.
If you have sensitive skin, wear gloves—acetone can irritate. Do not ingest; contact poison control if swallowed. Rinse eyes immediately if contact occurs and seek medical advice.
White vinegar's natural acidity breaks down dirt and residue.
Acetone, a powerful solvent, dissolves tough adhesives like glue.
Together, they form an unbeatable team for stain removal.
