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Furry, Margaret Smith
1899
1986
Furry, Margaret S.
Stain removal from fabrics : $b home methods
United States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' Bulletin No. 1474
Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
"Stain Removal from Fabrics: Home Methods" by Margaret Smith Furry is a practical guidebook published during the mid-20th century, likely in the post-World War II era. This instructional publication offers an expansive overview of effective methods for removing various types of stains from fabrics, focusing on home-based techniques. The book is aimed at everyday readers looking to maintain the cleanliness and longevity of their clothing and household textiles. The content is structured in a user-friendly format, beginning with fundamental principles for successful stain removal, including the urgency of treating stains promptly and selecting the correct method based on fabric type. It delves into specific strategies for a myriad of stain types, ranging from common spills like coffee and tea to more obstinate marks like ink and grease. Each section outlines the necessary materials, step-by-step instructions, and precautions for different fabrics, ensuring that readers can tackle stains effectively without damaging their textiles. The detailed nature of this guide empowers readers to adopt simple, economizing approaches to fabric care while avoiding costly replacements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 74.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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