Soak your sheets — for all manner of marks and blemishes, your first port of call for stain removal should be to soak your bed linen in warm water to loosen the stain and make it easier to remove without scrubbing the delicate cotton fibres. Follow this with the following methods.

Washing up liquid — a simple yet effective remedy to treat all manner of stains, washing up liquid can be applied directly to your bed linen and worked in to form a lather. Perfect for oil-based stains, simply pop in the washing machine and repeat as necessary to reveal clean sheets in no time. Washing up liquid is also ideal as a pre-treatment option before shop-bought or other stain removal methods.

White vinegar — an accessible staple that can help remove stubborn stains as well as pesky odours from your bed linen, simply add a cupful of vinegar to your washing machine to neutralise smells and help lift marks. Don’t be put off by the aroma, this handy little ingredient will dry scent-free, leaving your sheets looking and smelling great. Please note that white vinegar works best when the stain is treated straight away. For best results, pre-treat with shop-bought stain remover or washing up liquid before popping in the wash.

Professional clean — if you’ve tried it all to no avail, a professional clean could be the best stain removal option available. Speak to an expert as soon as possible to determine whether they can help get your bed linen back to its former glory. Whether you opt for professional help or not, try the above methods first to help loosen the stain as soon as possible.