Q&A for How to Remove Gum from Clothes

In my experience, soaking the clothes in a sink full of equal parts vinegar and warm water will work best for gum that's been embedded for a long time.

The Goo Be Gone and hot vinegar work great. It just takes elbow grease and a stiff toothbrush.

You could also use parchment paper or something similar. Just be sure not to burn it.

Yes, the same steps should work after being laundered, but it might depend on the type of fabric in question.

First use a needle to get a much out of it as you can, then wash it,let it dry and use a knife to get the rest out.

Pure wool can shrink easily in the washer or dryer. It's best to get it dry cleaned, handwash it in cold water, or machine wash it in cold water on delicate with the garment in a mesh laundry bag. Then dry it flat, keeping it away from sunlight or heat.

Use the ice cube method mentioned in the tips section.

Wet the area that the gum is stuck to and then put the bag in the freezer for two hours. Then take it out and scrape off the gum with a knife.

Use the freezing method, or use ice cubes to harden the gum so that it will be easy to remove.

In my experience, the easiest and fastest method is to use paint solvent. It removes chewing gum in seconds without leaving any trace.

Oil or melted shea butter can help remove gum from clothing.