Sometimes, while giving your nails a sassy nail polish coat, you might accidentally give a coat on your clothes or carpets too. Unfortunately, the coat in the latter case is more ugly than sassy. Nail polish spills are mostly thick and hence result in a difficulty to remove stains too. Nail polish removers can well remove the coat from your nails but it is dangerous to use them on other surfaces as they can spoil the texture of the surface totally. Few methods described below should be carefully followed to get that nasty stubborn stain out.

Method 1: For any stain, the first basic step is to scrape the excess solid off the surface. A spatula or a dull knife can be used for the same. Next rule is to keep the stain wet at all times. Spray several shots of water on the stain and do not let it dry again. Then put few drops of alcohol on the stain to loosen it. Dab it with a damp cloth and try removing the stain. Be careful not to damage the fabric or whatever material it is. Repeat this while keeping the stain wet, until it completely disappears.

Method 2: Use of shaving cream coupled with some hair spray also helps getting the stain off. If these are not available some paint thinners, bug sprays or rubbing alcohol can also be used. Make sure the surface does not react with these. Hence, always test it on a hidden surface first before using any of these chemicals.

Method 3: If you are near any mechanic shop, borrow some brake fluid cleaner. This is a very powerful cleaning chemical and can work even with the toughest stains. Use these on hard surfaces like wood, plastics or metals for best results. If brake fluid cleaner is not available, go for windscreen cleaners or engine cleaners. Handle it with care, as it is dangerous both environmentally and if taken internally by accident.

Method 4: Hydrogen peroxide, easily available in most of the stores or medical shops, is pretty efficient in removing nail polish stains. Works best if the stain is recent and wet. Otherwise a lot of scrubbing is required. Use a medium hard brush to scrape the stain. Make sure that it is well diluted to prevent any harm to your precious fabric.

Method 5: A solution straight from the kitchen includes the use of baking soda (chemically known as sodium bicarbonate). Make a paste and apply it over the stain. After a while, brush the stain off and wash it.

Method 6: For nail polish spills on wood, mix equal parts of vinegar and olive oil together and put it on the stain. Use some steel wool or a hard scrubber and carefully scrub the stain. A wet cloth should be used to give it a final clean. Use some cotton to wipe off the excessive liquid after cleaning.

Method 7: Some commercial products such as Goof Off or Shoot Spot, also work with these kinds of tough stains. Gently put some of this solution over the stain and rub. Watch for any discoloration and stop immediately in case of one. Its better to dilute the solution first and then gradually increase the concentration until the stain is finally out! Sometimes the use of a mild soap solution along with these can also be helpful.

On a side note, applying these methods can make nail polish stains on almost any surface to disappear with only a bit of muscle power. But utmost care has to be taken as mixing few chemicals can result in bad reactions and CAN harm you. Hence mix the chemicals very carefully and always be gentle.