Potential Damage

* Over time, stains, often colourless, age and discolour fabric.

* Food stains can attract insects.

* Sugary stains created by spilt alcohol and soft drinks, may dry clear, but over a period of time can turn brown and if left untreated are impossible to remove.

* Perspiration stains and body oils can oxidise and turn yellow.

* Exposure to light can discolour, damage and weaken the material.