Gently lift excess oil with a paper towel or cloth, but no scrubbing; you don’t want to paint the room! Dish soap or liquid laundry detergent is your stain-fighting sidekick—dab it on, let it settle ...

Bleach, washing soap and other strong cleaning agents are often rescue measures when there is a stain that just wont go away, or if you just want sparkling clothes. One of the most difficult stains to ...