The Fall Stain Survival Guide: How to Handle Pumpkin, Cider & Coffee Mishaps

Autumn is the season of cozy layers, warm drinks, and comfort baking. Between pumpkin carving, apple picking, and that daily cup of coffee, fall brings all the things we love — and a few messy moments we don’t. Whether it’s a splash of cider or a streak of pumpkin puree, stains can sneak up fast.

But here’s the good news: you don’t have to choose between clean clothes and enjoying the season. With Puracy’s plant-powered formulas, you can handle fall’s toughest stains effectively, without the bad stuff. 

Let’s walk through a few of the most common autumn stains — and exactly how to treat them.

Pumpkin Puree or Pie: Pre-Treat, Rinse, Wash

Pumpkin season means rich color, sweet spices, and the occasional bright orange splatter. Pumpkin-based stains can be stubborn because they contain both oils and pigments — two things that love to linger.

How to treat:

1. Pre-treat: Gently scrape away any excess pumpkin using a spoon or dull knife.

2. Apply Puracy Stain Remover : Spray directly onto the spot and let it sit for about 10-15 minutes. The plant-based enzymes will start breaking down the starches, oils, and pigments.

3. Rinse & wash: Rinse the fabric with cold water, then launder with Puracy Laundry Detergent for a complete clean.

Pro tip: Treat pumpkin stains as soon as they happen. Fresh stains lift easily — dried ones, not so much.

Cider or Wine: Dab, Spray, Cold Wash

There’s nothing better than a warm cider or a glass of red on a cool night — until it ends up on your sweater. Both drinks contain natural sugars and tannins, which can leave sticky, dark marks if not treated quickly.

How to treat:

1. Dab, don’t rub: Use a clean cloth to blot up as much liquid as you can.

2. Spray: Apply Puracy Stain Remover generously to the affected area and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.

3. Cold wash: Rinse and wash in cold water with Puracy Laundry Detergent to dissolve any remaining sugars and lift any remaining pigment.

Pro tip: Avoid using hot water — heat can set tannins, making them more difficult to remove.

Coffee Drips: Spray, Soak, Wash

Crisp mornings call for hot coffee — which sometimes means little brown reminders on your sleeve or car seat. Coffee contains both dyes and oils, so quick, gentle treatment is key.

How to treat:

1. Spray: Apply Puracy Stain Remover directly to the stain and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.

2. Soak: For deeper stains, soak in cool water for 15–30 minutes.

3. Wash: Finish with Puracy Natural Laundry Detergent for a complete, plant-powered clean.

Pro tip: Treat coffee stains while they’re still damp — enzymes are most effective before stains dry out.

Expert Tips for Fast Action

- Timing matters: The faster you act, the better the outcome. Stains start to set within minutes.

- Blot, don’t scrub: Scrubbing spreads stains and can damage fabric fibers. Let the enzymes do the work.

- Know your enzymes: Puracy’s formulas contain plant-derived enzymes that target proteins, oils, and pigments — breaking them down safely and effectively.