FiberRemedyTextile Stain Chemistry Reference Matrices & Care Decoders
FiberRemedy maintains two comprehensive static HTML reference matrices equipped with instant client-side filtering. Instead of hiding simple chemical rules behind multi-step form wizards, every stain mechanism, enzyme match, fiber `pH` ceiling, and ISO/ASTM care symbol is rendered directly in the page’s static HTML so you can search, filter, and print the complete reference table immediately.
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Stain Chemistry × Textile Fiber Safety Lookup Matrix (28 Stains × 4 Fiber Classes)
Interactive chemical lookup filter and 28-stain static reference matrix matching protein, tannin, triglyceride/wax, pigment/dye, and inorganic oxide stains against Cotton/Linen, Wool/Silk/Cashmere, Synthetics, and Rayon/Lyocell pH and temperature limits.
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ISO 3758 & ASTM D5489 Garment Care Symbol & Bleaching Chemistry Reference (38 Symbols)
Complete static HTML table and interactive symbol selector decoding all 38 wash tub temperatures, mechanical agitation bars, oxygen vs. chlorine bleach triangles, tumble dry heat dots, soleplate ironing limits, and professional P/F/W solvent symbols.
Open ISO 3758 & ASTM D5489 Garment Care Symbol & Bleaching Chemistry Reference →
Which reference matrix should I consult first?
| Your Stain Removal or Garment Care Task | Recommended Reference Matrix | Chemical & Textile Parameters Included |
|---|---|---|
| Treating blood, red wine, coffee, turmeric, grass, motor oil, ink, rust, or deodorant buildup on a specific fabric | Stain Chemistry × Textile Fiber Safety Matrix | Cross-references 28 stains by Chemical Class (`Protein`, `Tannin`, `Triglyceride/Wax`, `Pigment/Dye`, `Inorganic Oxide`) against Cotton/Linen, Wool/Silk/Cashmere, Synthetics, and Rayon/Lyocell, specifying primary reagent, enzyme class, max temp (`°F/°C`), and forbidden chemicals. |
| Checking whether an enzyme detergent, sodium percarbonate, or oxalic acid is safe for wool, silk, or rayon | Stain Chemistry × Textile Fiber Safety Matrix | Lists exact fiber `pH` ceilings (`pH 4.5–8.0` for protein fibers vs. `pH 10.5` for cotton) and explains how to adapt oxidative or solvent treatments when treating delicate keratin or fibroin yarns. |
| Decoding wash-tub temperature dots, underline agitation bars, bleach triangles, or dry-cleaning letters (P, F, W) | ISO 3758 & ASTM D5489 Care Symbol Decoder | Tabulates all 38 international (ISO 3758:2023) and North American (ASTM D5489) garment care symbols with exact water/soleplate temperatures (`30 °C` to `200 °C`), mechanical drum action, and commercial solvent chemistry (`perchloroethylene` vs. `hydrocarbon`). |
Why static chemical lookup tables outperform black-box stain calculators
Successful stain removal requires balancing two simultaneous constraints: the **chemical reactivity required to cleave or solubilize the chromophore/soil**, and the **polymer stability ceiling of the textile fiber and dye**. Viewing all 28 stains alongside all four fiber tolerance rules on a single filterable table prevents the classic mistake of applying a cotton-safe alkaline oxygen bleach (`pH 10.5`) or protease soak to a silk or merino wool garment. See our editorial policy for our primary AATCC, ISO, and ASTM citations.