How To Get Flarp Out Of Clothes

How to get Flarp out of clothes? The fun is now over when your kids let this sticky toy get on your clothes. Don’t be mad at them and let them enjoy the fun; I will show you how to remove this product without harming your favorite garments.

Although Flarp is a bit gooey and sticky, withdrawing Flarp out of fabric is not that difficult. All you need to do is keep scrolling and follow my instructions.

Flarp – The Joy Is Over The Moon!

Flarp is an amorphous toy that will enchant your kids with its incredible texture and colorful options. Similar to slime or putty, playing with Flarp gives your hand a pleasant feeling and also can entertain your kids while you are busy.

One signature feature of Flarp is its funny noise while squeezing or pressing it. The sound will bring lots of laughter to your children. This could also be a great prank for April Fool’s Day. Try it with your friends or family; I’m sure you will have a ‘laugh out loud’ moment.

In addition, playing with Flarp or simply just squeezing it will also help release stress. Through the physical energy you release on the Flarp, you will be able to calm and control yourself better ⁽¹⁾.

Unfortunately, this entertaining toy can stick on your clothes and is extremely hard to remove if you don’t know the proper methods for treating Flarp. The color is also a problem; if some dark or brown Flarp gets on your clothes and dries, it will leave a dark stain on the fabrics.

Don’t worry because you are at the right post; I will help you deliver the best treatment for your fabric, so let’s jump right on the detailed instructions.

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Let’s Handle The Flarp On Your Garments

There are plenty of methods to clean Flarp out of your clothes, but before handling the stain, you need to do the following pre-removal steps.

Before Treating The Stains

While Flarp is still wet on your clothes, touching or removing it at this time will likely spill on other non-affected areas. So first, you need to freeze the Flarp. If your freezer has extra space, put the fabric on the plastic bag and place it in the freezer for around 20 minutes.

If your garment is oversized and can not fit into the freezer, prepare an ice pack and put some ice cubes into the container (a sealable plastic bag will work too). Place the ice pack on the Flarp and wait until it becomes hard.

Note: Don’t wet the affected garment unless you want to do all the steps all over again.

Withdraw the excess Flarp with a butter knife or any thin-edge object that you can find around your house. If some Flarp hangs on a deeper part of your garments, a tweezer will come in handy in this situation.

Note: Keep on putting the ice pack on the Flarp if it starts softening.

For Light Stains

Now that most of the Flarp is removed, let’s move on and deal with the remaining Flarp and its stain. The following methods are suggested for cleaning mellow stains.

Option 1: White Vinegar

White vinegar is a gentle and safe option to start removing the residue Flarp. If you want to use it, just follow the upcoming instructions.

Preparation

• White vinegar
• A nylon scrubber (or a soft-bristled brush)
• Commercial stain remover

Instructions

Step 1: Submerge the stained garment in the white vinegar for 10-15 minutes.

Step 2: Flush with cold water and repeat submerging and flushing for a couple more rounds until the stain fades away.

Step 3: Should the flushing and soaking don’t work, try using a nylon scrubber and scrub gently on the affected area. The tiny bristles will help you clean the stain entirely.

Step 4: Apply some stain remover on the garments and wash them with cold water.

Step 5: Let the garment air dry to observe whereas there is a remaining stain on the clothes or not.

Note: Don’t use the dryer because the heat can set the remaining stain if you overlook it.

Option 2: Rubbing Alcohol Or Unflavored Vodka

Surprisingly, rubbing alcohol can magically blow away the stain and loosen any residue Flarp on your clothes.

Note: Antiseptic ethyl rubbing alcohol doesn’t work as effectively as the ordinary one, so avoid using any antiseptic rubbing alcohol with ethyl content.

Preparation

• Cotton balls
• A rubbing alcohol bottle (or unflavored vodka)
• A spare toothbrush or a scrub brush (a washcloth for delicate fabric)

Instructions

Step 1: Dampen the prepared cotton ball with rubbing alcohol.

Step 2: Gently blot the area with the dampened cotton ball. Switch to a new cotton ball if the present one can not absorb any stain.

Step 3: Continue to dab the cotton ball at the stain until it is completely gone. You can change to a new cotton ball if the previous one can not absorb any loose stains.

Step 4: If the blotting method doesn’t work, you can use a scrub brush to scrub on the Flarp. The tiny bristles will help pick out the sticky slime for you. Use one hand to hold the other side of the stains, and the other hand does the scrubbing motion on the stained surface.

Note: Only use a gentle force to scrub the stained area. If you are cleaning a fragile fabric, use a washcloth to rub the affected area.

Step 5: Feel the fabric using your fingers; if you still feel a bit slimy, continue scrubbing until all the slippery Flarp is gone.

Note: Flush the brush continuously while scrubbing to observe if the slime is still being taken out of the fabric.

Step 6: Rinse the stained garment and air dry your clothes.

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Option 3: Baking Soda

A mixture of baking soda and warm water will save you from these annoying sticky Flarp bulks and stains. Get some baking soda and try it.

Preparation

• Baking soda
• A soft toothbrush
• Warm water
• A clean rag

Instructions

Step 1: Make a solution of baking soda and lukewarm water with a ratio of 1:1.

Step 2: Use a clean rag and dab the mixture in the stained area.

Step 3: Air dries the stained garment and observes the affected area; if the stain is still visible, keep on dabbing the baking soda solution at the stain.

Step 4: Rinse your clothes with water and hang them air dry.

Option 4: Club Soda

Hey, you know what, your favorite club soda could help you this time. The sparkling gas will support you this time; it is worth a try.

Preparation

• Club soda
• A dry clean cloth

Instructions

Step 1: Apply one capful of club soda on the affected zone.

Step 2: Allow the club soda to soak into the fiber for around 10 minutes.

Step 3: Use your finger and rub the soda on the fabric. You can use a dry, clean cloth to rub the stain.

Step 4: Hit the stain with another cap of club soda and wait for 10 minutes.

Step 5: Rinse the stain with water and repeat until the stain is gone.

Step 6: Let your garment air dry.

Option 5: Hand Sanitizer

With a sufficient alcohol content, hand sanitizer will be a nice alternative if you can find any ingredients mentioned above. A few squirts of hand sanitizer will help you this time; try it.

Preparation

• Hand sanitizer
• Warm water

Instructions

Note: Drop some hand sanitizer on a hidden part of your clothes; if there are any changes in color on your fabric, continuing to use the product will ruin your clothes.

Step 1: Cover the Flarp with hand sanitizer.

Step 2: Massage the affected area with your fingers. The Flarp will start to loosen and fall out.

Step 3: Continue massaging and scrape off the loosened slime until all the Flarp is gone.

Step 4: Rinse with warm water and dry your garments.

For Stubborn Stains

What if you are dealing with a tough stain that the mentioned options can not clean out? Well, they say: “Diamond cuts diamond”; I have other stronger methods for you right below.

Option 6: Biodegradable All-Purpose Cleaner

The first option for cleaning stubborn stains is a biodegradable cleaner. This cleaner is strong enough to erase the stains and also a safe option if you have kids and pets running around.

Preparation

• A biodegradable all-purpose cleaner (Paste type)
• Microfiber cloths or towels.
• A toothbrush (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Apply a generous amount of biodegradable cleaner onto the Flarp. Rub the affected area with your fingers.

Step 2: Let the cleaner saturate the slime for 5-10 minutes, depending on how stubborn the stain is.

Step 3: As the Flarp starts loosening, use a toothbrush and brush away the remaining material. (You can pass this step if the stain is small or the fabric is vulnerable to the brush’s bristles).

Step 4: Use your fingers (with nails) to pick out any tiny Flarp residues on the fabric. Just slide slightly without using strong pressure; the remaining Flarp will fall out.

Step 5: Rub gently on the stained area with a dry microfiber cloth; most of the stain should be gone by now.

Step 6: Repeat the whole procedure a couple more times until there is no slime or slippery feeling when you touch the fabric.

Step 7: Rinse with water and dry your clothes.

Option 7: Laundry Detergent

When it comes to washing and cleaning, liquid laundry detergent is properly the best choice for your clothes. Choose the detergent that fits your garment’s care tag to maintain the fibers’ quality.

Preparation

• Liquid laundry detergent
• Hot water
• A dishpan

Instructions

Step 1: Drop some laundry detergent on the stained garments, then start massaging the fabric to let the detergent penetrate the fibers.

Step 2: Allow the detergent to sit for roughly 10 minutes on the fabric. Don’t let the detergent stay on your clothes for too long; set the timer to remind you after 10 minutes.

Step 3: Prepare a dishpan and fill it with hot water. Rinse the garment and soak it in the water for half an hour.

Step 4: Place the garments in the washer and wash as usual.

Step 5: Air dries your clothes on a clothesline.

Option 8: An Adhesive Remover

An adhesive remover is a suitable product when dealing with sticky substances because it is designed to wipe out gluey materials. Here is how you can do it.

Preparation

• An adhesive remover spray (choose the remover that is designed for clothes)
• A clean cloth

Instructions

Step 1: Spray a sufficient amount of adhesive remover on a clean cloth.

Step 2: Rub the affected zone with the cloth until the gluey stain is gone. If the Flarp is a bit sticky, let the remover sit on the fabric for around 10-15 minutes.

Step 3: Rinse with water.

Step 4: Let the garment air dry.

Option 9: Dish Soap

Dishwashing liquid can handle various cleaning tasks, and removing Flarp is not an exception. Get your bottle of dish soap now to clean the Flarp immediately.

Preparation

• Dish soap
• An empty spray bottle
• Warm water
• A clean rag

Instructions

Step 1: Make a dish soap solution by mixing an equal amount of dish soap and warm water.

Step 2: Pour the solution into a spray bottle and shake it.

Step 3: Apply the solution to the stained spot and allow it to sit for 15 minutes.

Step 4: Blot the affected area with the prepared rag. Repeat step 3 if needed.

Step 5: Rinse the garment to wash away the Flarp and soap residue.

Step 6: Air dry the garment.

Option 10: Household Bleach

Household bleach is a savior for your white clothes or any garments that their care label allows you to use bleach. So If you are handling white garments and ensure that your clothes can endure bleach, consider this option.

Preparation

• Household bleach
• Cotton balls

Instructions

Step 1: Use a cotton ball and dip it with some household bleach.

Step 2: Dab at the stained zone until the discoloration is gone. You can change to a new cotton ball if needed.

Step 3: Wash with cold water and air dry the garment.

Option 11: Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is a strong cleaning product, so you need to test it on your garment before applying this method. Just drop a small amount of hydrogen peroxide on a hidden part of your garment; if there is no sign of damage, follow the instructions below.

Preparation

• Hydrogen peroxide
• A wet rag

Instructions

Step 1: Apply a cap of hydrogen peroxide on the stain and wait approximately 15 minutes. The chemical will loosen the stain and help you clean it more effortlessly.

Step 2: Use a wet rag and dab at the stained area. Just dab gently until the discoloration fades away.

Step 3: Wash the garment with water and allow it to air dry.

Option 12: Degreaser (WD-40)

A degreaser is the last option you should consider because it can make your clothes soak in an oily substance. After removing the Flarp stains, you will need to wash all the remaining degreaser out of your clothes.

Note: Don’t use a degreaser anywhere near a heat source because it is a flammable material. Choose a well-ventilated space to use a degreaser because the smell can be disturbing.

Preparation

• A degreaser
• Rubbing alcohol or vodka
• Baking soda
• Face mask
• Rubber gloves
• Clean rags
• Cotton swabs or cotton balls
• Dishwashing liquid

Instructions

Before using a degreaser: Always wear a face mask to prevent the smell of this product. Equip rubber gloves to keep the oily substance from your hands.

Step 1: Spray a little amount of degreaser on the stained zone. Allow the chemical to loosen the stain for a few minutes. Spray at a close distance so as not to let the degreaser get on non-affected areas.

Step 2: Use a clean rag and blot the stained area. Keep on blotting until the stain becomes unnoticeable. You can also use cotton balls or cotton swabs to blot the stain using an up and down motion. Remember to change the cotton balls if the previous one is full of sticky Flarp.

Step 3: Now, use another clean rag to blot the area until dry.

Step 4: Pat some baking soda to cover the affected zone to absorb all the oil from the degreaser. Let the baking soda work for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5: Shake the baking soda off your clothes and dab some vodka using a new rag on the stained surface. The alcohol will saturate the oil. You can pour the vodka directly on the affected area if needed.

Step 6: Apply dishwashing liquid on a damp rag and rub the stain. Continue to rub and rinse with water until you clean the oily stain away.

Step 7: After the stain goes away, launder your clothes with the washer and hang them air dry. Don’t dry in the dryer because you need to check if the stain is completely gone or not.

Note: Just wash the stained garments alone; you don’t want the oil to get on other clean clothes.

Hey! Remember Some Essential Advice While Cleaning Flarp Right Here

Here is some vital information that you need to notice while removing Flarp. Don’t forget the notes unless you want to discard your favorite clothes.

Be Careful With Strong Chemicals

When dealing with stubborn stains, you might need to use powerful cleaning agents or solvents to wipe out the stains. It is necessary to make a spot test on your garments and read the care tag carefully before applying any new method that you have never tried before.

Always Keep The Flarp Frozen

Flarp is sticky and gooey in soft form, so you need to keep the temperature around the substance cold. It is easier to remove the Flarp while it is hard, so keep applying the ice pack method to ensure the Flarp doesn’t soften.

Withdraw The Hard Flarp Right Away

When you remove any Flarp out of your garment, throw the removed Flarp in the trash bin right away because there is a high chance it can soften and grab onto other objects.

FAQs

Here is some further information that might be helpful for you. You should read the answer carefully because it will help you in some situations.

Let’s Enjoy The Fun

Don’t let the sticky toy ruin the entertaining time of you and your family. The suggested methods will bring back your clothes as the day you bought them. So, keep on enjoying the fun without any hesitation.

I hope the given information is valuable to you. And hey! If you know some tricks to get rid of this gluey toy, please comment your ideas below. I really appreciate your contribution.

Reference

1. Family. 2021. How slimes and squishies soothe children in times of stress.
2. Healthycanadians.gc.ca. 2021. Spirit Halloween recalls Spirit Flarp Noise Putty – Recalls and safety alerts.