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There’s a lot to be said about performing your manicures andpedicures at home.

Still, as plenty of people know, DIY spa experiences come with their fair share of risks.

One all-too-common blunder: Getting a bright streak of nail polish on your clothing or your furniture.

dark green nails against cream fabric

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With a few standard tools, your clothing and/or furniture can be back to normal in no time.

How to Remove Polish From Clothing

As with any stain-related mishap, time is of the essence.

“Nail polish stains can be some of the toughest to remove from clothing,” admits Carson.

However, certain delicate and high-end fabrics like silk and wool may deteriorate when interacting withnail polish remover.

Byrdie Tip

Amicrofibercloth is a great option for cleaning potentially delicate fabrics.

The material is soft and gentle yet absorbent.

But, if you do, don’t panic.

“Materials that you would usually send to thedry cleaner, such as silk, require professional care.