Stain Removal Guide: How to Remove Dirt, Blood, Grease & Dried-In Stains from Clothes

The complete reference for the four toughest categories of laundry stains. Every stain has a different chemistry — this guide walks you through the exact enzyme-powered method for each one, using the same Luniva formula. Colour-safe, bleach-free, and effective on both fresh and dried-in stains.

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1. How to Remove Dirt & Ground-In Soil from Clothes

Mud and garden soil trap pigment, plant proteins and oils into fabric fibres. Let the dirt dry, brush off the loose soil, then spray Luniva and wait 1–3 minutes before washing at 40°C. Never rub when wet — it spreads the pigment.

2. How to Remove Blood Stains from Clothes

Blood is a protein stain — hot water sets it permanently. Rinse with cold water from the back of the stain, spray Luniva, leave for 5–10 minutes, then wash at 30–40°C. Read the full blood-stain guide.

3. How to Remove Grease & Oil Stains from Clothes

Cooking oil, butter and food grease bond to fibres and repel water. Lipase enzymes split the triglycerides so they wash out cleanly. Blot first, spray Luniva, wait 1–3 minutes, wash at 40°C. Full grease & oil guide.

4. How to Remove Old, Dried-In & Set-In Stains

Heat from drying or ironing bonds stains to fabric. Re-wet the area, saturate with Luniva, leave for 5–10 minutes, then wash at 40°C. Air-dry first to inspect — never tumble-dry between treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best stain remover for clothes? An enzyme-based pre-treatment spray like Luniva — it targets the molecular structure of stains rather than relying on bleach.

How do I remove dirt from clothes without scrubbing? Let it dry, brush off, spray Luniva, wait 1–3 minutes, wash at 40°C.

Does enzyme stain remover work on dried-in stains? Yes — extend the dwell time to 5–10 minutes and don't tumble-dry between treatments.

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