Coffee, Oil, and Ink: When to Call the Otti App for Stain Removal

By Otti App
December 19, 2025

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We have all been there. You are dressed for an important meeting or a dinner, and disaster strikes: a splash of coffee, a drop of olive oil, or a leaking pen. The panic is instant. Your first instinct might be to scrub it with water or soap, but for many fabrics, this DIY attempt is the worst thing you can do.

Stain removal is a science. As a leading professional service for laundry in Kuwait, the Otti App experts deal with “fixed” stains every day—stains that became permanent because they were treated incorrectly at home. Knowing when to stop and call the experts can save your favorite clothes.

The Danger of DIY Fixes

Different stains require different chemical treatments.

Oil-Based Stains: Water and oil do not mix. Putting water on a grease stain (like fast food or makeup) often spreads the oil further into the fibers.
Tannin Stains: Coffee and tea require acidic treatment. Using a standard alkaline soap can set the stain permanently.
Heat: The biggest mistake is drying a stained item. Heat acts as a binder, locking the stain into the fabric forever.

How the Otti App Experts Remove Stains

When you book through the Otti App, you are accessing professional spotting tables and specialized solvents.

Identification: Our partners identify the fabric and the stain type before cleaning begins.
Pre-Spotting: We treat the specific area with the correct enzyme or solvent to lift the stain without damaging the dye of the fabric.
Gentle Cleaning: The garment is then washed or dry cleaned according to its care label to flush out the residues.

Don’t Risk It

If you spill something on a delicate silk blouse, a wool suit, or a white thobe, do not rub it. Blot it gently, keep it dry, and schedule a pickup with the Otti App immediately. We are the laundry shop in Kuwait that comes to you to save the day.