Hospital fabrics are prone to difficult-to-treat stains. If not cleaned properly, they not only cause aesthetic loss but also pose a risk of cross-infection. So what are the most common stains on medical fabrics, and how to effectively treated them? Let’s find out more in this article with Green Laundry.
1. Blood stain
1.1. Characteristic
Blood stains are common on hospital linen. If not treated promptly, they will adhere to the fabric fibers, especially when exposed to high temperatures, making cleaning more difficult.
1.2. Cleaning method
- Immediate treatment: As soon as a bloodstain is detected, soak the fabric immediately in cold water to prevent the coagulation of protein. This is an important step to keep the stain from sticking firmly to the fibers.
- Use specialized solutions: You can use hydrogen peroxide or specialized medical detergents, which not only effectively remove bloodstains but also ensure the safety of the fabric material.
- Wash with industrial washing machines: After the initial treatment, the fabric should be placed in an industrial washing machine with a sterilization cycle to completely remove the stains and eliminate pathogens, ensuring medical hygiene standards.
👉Note: Never apply hot water directly to fresh bloodstains, as high temperatures will cause the protein in the blood to coagulate and adhere more firmly, making it more difficult to clean.
2. Body Fluid Stains (pus, mucus)
2.1. Characteristic
When working with hospital linens, stains from body fluids are not uncommon. This type of stain is very difficult to clean using conventional washing methods, especially when it has been absorbed deeply into the fabric fibers. In addition, they contain many dangerous bacteria and pathogens, increasing the risk of cross-contamination if not treated properly and according to standard procedures.
2.1. Cleaning method
- Initial treatment: Use a disinfectant cleaning solution to clean the stain surface, preventing bacteria and pathogens from spreading.
- Washing with specialized chemicals: Place the fabric into an industrial washing system, combined with specialized laundry chemicals for the healthcare sector to thoroughly remove bacteria and dirt deep in the fibers.
- High-temperature drying: This is an important step to completely destroy any remaining microorganisms, while making the fabric soft, sanitized, and safe for users.
With such high risk, this is the type of stain that hospitals and healthcare facilities often must use professional industrial laundry services like Green Laundry to ensure absolute safety and meet the strictest hygiene standards.
3. Medicine & Medical Chemical Stains
3.1. Characteristics
This group of stains often includes yellow stains from medication, or purple-blue stains from antiseptic solutions and iodine left on fabric. If not treated properly and promptly, they are not only difficult to remove completely but may also fade or damage the fabric color, affecting the quality and aesthetics of hospital textiles.
3.2. Cleaning method
- Use diluted specialized bleach: Select suitable chemicals for each type of medicine to clean stains without affecting the fabric material.
- Iodine stain treatment: Sodium thiosulfate solution can be applied to neutralize and remove the distinctive purple color left by iodine.
- Industrial washing: After the initial treatment, fabrics need to be put into the industrial washing system with a specialized chemical processing mode, ensuring stains are completely removed while maintaining fabric durability and natural color.
👉 Note: If treated improperly, these stains may spread easily, making cleaning more complicated and even damaging the entire fabric.
4. Food and Beverage Stains
4.1. Characteristics:
This group of stains commonly appears on fabrics, typically grease, coffee, juice, milk, etc. If not treated promptly, they will penetrate deeply into fibers, making them hard to clean completely and leaving unpleasant odors that affect hygiene and the general environment.
4.2. Cleaning method
- Grease stains: Pre-treat with diluted alkaline solution to dissolve oil, making the stain easier to clean.
- Coffee and tea stains: A mixture of baking soda and cold water can be applied directly to the stain to neutralize the color before washing.
- Other stains: Use specialized industrial cleaning chemicals that are safe for medical fabrics and do not cause skin irritation.
This is the most common group of stains in hospitals and dining areas. If not treated quickly, they can leave stubborn marks and long-lasting odors on fabrics.
5. Tips for Effective Hospital Linen Stain Removal
- Treat immediately when detected: Stains left for too long will penetrate deeply and be harder to clean.
- Test before applying: Try the solution on a small hidden area to avoid damaging the fabric.
- Do not mix chemicals arbitrarily: This may cause dangerous reactions or damage fabrics.
- Prioritize industrial laundry services: Ensures linens are cleaned according to proper procedures, meeting hygiene and medical safety standards.
6. Why choose Giặt Ủi Xanh to handle hospital stains?
Green Laundry is proud to be a pioneer in medical laundry services, with many years of experience cooperating with major hospitals and healthcare facilities nationwide. More than just a laundry service, we provide specialized stain treatment solutions with modern industrial washing systems integrated with internationally standardized disinfection modes.
All chemicals used are from Diversey, ensuring absolute safety for patients and medical staff while being environmentally friendly. The 9-step closed laundry process is strictly controlled from receiving, sorting, stain treatment, disinfectant washing, to drying, ironing, and packaging. Each stage has a quality control department to minimize risks, ensuring sterilization and fabric durability.
Especially, Green Laundry is committed to eliminating even the toughest stains such as blood, infectious fluids, dyes, or grease. We not only meet hygiene standards but also focus on aesthetics: clean, soft fabrics with lasting color and form after many washes.
In addition, our professional technicians and staff are always ready to support and provide optimal solutions for each hospital. With a scientific logistics system, Green Laundry ensures quick and on-time delivery, helping hospitals operate smoothly without linen shortages.
Choosing Green Laundry means choosing a reliable partner to accompany hospitals in maintaining a sanitized, safe, and professional healthcare environment.
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