washing question
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washing question
I inherited a quilt top from my grandmother, made in the 40's (the quilt, not my grandmother). It has some stains on it. Do you think I should try to remove the stains before or after it is quilted? My fear is that it may damage the seams if I try before.
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Try this http://retroclean.com/retroclean/ after you get your quilt quilted.
I used it on a quilt my great grandmother did. The white had age spots all over and this took almost all of it out. Wonderful stuff.
I used it on a quilt my great grandmother did. The white had age spots all over and this took almost all of it out. Wonderful stuff.
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Experts recommend using Orvus soap. It is available at Amazon. If you wash it you would have to be very careful and not agitate it or wring it. Personally, I would not launder first. Depending on the type of stains, you may not remove the stains after it is quilted. It might be wise to test it in an inconspicuous spot w a Q-tip and plain water.
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There are a lot of risks associated with washing a top before it is quilted. I would definitely quilt it first, then use http://www.retroclean.com on it.
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