How do I remove tubeless sealant from clothing?

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happyon2wheels
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by happyon2wheels

Hi all

I had an annoying flat on my mtb front wheel the other day and before it sealed up it had sprayed quiet a bit on my cycling jacket and shorts. Foolishly I thought it would be washed away during the regular washing program, but no. So now I have a black jacket and bibs with white/orangey dots all over. I have tried peeling it off, but it seems well imbedded into the fabric so I'd probably destroy it if I rubbed/scratched really hard on the fabric :noidea:

Can anyone recommend a way of removal that will not ruin the clothes?

The sealant is Orange Seals if it makes any difference.

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Stain removal scissors...

Seriously, I haven't found a way yet.

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Nor have I. Everything I wear for the shop has sealant stains on it. Wear an apron.

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Now I feel even more sorry for the guy I saw trying to come to a stop after a fast descent with sealant blowing out of his tire like one of those spinning fireworks. He had some very nice kit on.
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One of those magic erasers worked for my shoes... It came out of my socks in the wash.

I sold the bike to get it off my bike ..kidding but I did sell the bike.
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Ok, that made me laugh. :)
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Oops, double post. Laughed twice I guess.
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Calnago wrote:
Tue Dec 04, 2018 12:56 am
Ok, that made me laugh. :)
Its was funny..
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I got some stans off by using vanish powder.

About half a dozen washes though........

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