Washing Diesel Out?

[Welshmom]

I spilled some diesel on my Carhart jacket. Soaked through the layers of insulation before I could get it off.

I hit it with lots of Spray N Wash, then put it in the washer on soak for a while, then I ran it through two wash cycles, but it still smells of diesel. I even hung it outside for a day, but I can still smell it, especially on the inside quilted part.

Any ideas or suggestions how to get it out, or am I just goig to have to wait till forever?

[oneokie]

Try simple green.

[ErinP]

I concur.
I always use Simple Green on DH's laundry. It'll get the oil, grease, diesel, etc.

About a quarter to a half cup per load, depending upon severity.

[Smokesignals]

I've used Greased Lightning on blue jeans before and it worked well. Don't know about a quilted fabric though. You could light it on fire and burn the smell out of it.

[deb]

I usually use Classic blue Dawn to soak the area where the spill happened then wash the item (alone) with some simple green and clothes detergent.

deb
in wi

[margo]

Ditto the Simple Green, then what I'd do is dump fabric softener in the wash with the jacket (hubby would not appreciate so much) Then hang it outdoors for a few days. Worth a try.

[Welshmom]

Simple Green it is! I'll go pick some up today! Thank you!