How to Clean Tupperware Stains With Paper Towel: A Quick and Easy DIY

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Quick Fix for Stubborn Stains: Clean Tupperware in a Flash


If you’ve ever found yourself staring at that stubborn oily stain on your favorite tupperware—especially from tomato sauce or curry—you’re not alone!


We all know how quickly food can leave a mess in containers, and those stains seem impossible to remove. But don’t worry, cleaning up your tupperware doesn’t have to be a hassle.


Today, I’ll show you a simple and effective way to clean tupperware stains with just a paper towel.


Say goodbye to scrubbing and hello to quick, easy cleaning!

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Rinse your Tupperware to remove any leftover food bits

1. Rinse the Tupperware

The first step to tackling those unsightly stains is to rinse out your tupperware to get rid of any leftover food.


Make sure there’s no food residue left behind that could interfere with the cleaning process.

Hot water and dish soap are key to loosening up stubborn stains

2. Add Hot Water and Dish Soap

Once you’ve rinsed out your container, pour hot water into the tupperware.


Add a small amount of dish soap to the water, then close the lid tightly.


Give the tupperware a good shake to help break down any greasy residue from the stains. This helps loosen the grime before you use the paper towel.

Paper towel trick for cleaning greasy tupperware

3. Use a Paper Towel to Remove Stains

Now for the magic part: fold a paper towel into a manageable size.


Open the lid of the tupperware and place the folded paper towel inside.

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Close the lid and give it several good shakes over a sink to remove the stains.

4. Drain and Dispose of the Paper Towel

After shaking, open the container, pour out the water, and toss the paper towel.


The oily, grimy stains should be gone. Depending on the severity of the stains, you may need to repeat this process, but usually, one round is enough to see noticeable results.

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5. Eliminate Any Lingering Odors

If your tupperware still has a lingering smell, no worries!


Pour some white vinegar and hot water into the container, close the lid, and let it sit for a couple of hours.


After that, rinse it out, and you’ll have fresh-smelling tupperware ready for use again.

Make your own DIY cleaning solution!

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No More Stains! Clean Your Tupperware with This Simple Hack

How to Clean Tupperware Stains: The Paper Towel Trick

Don’t let food stains ruin your favorite containers—with this quick and easy paper towel method, you’ll have your tupperware looking brand new in no time.


Don’t forget—if the stains or smells persist, just repeat the steps.


Try this simple DIY trick and share your experience in the comments below!

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  • New51986056 New51986056 on Jan 10, 2025

    Thank you for your comments. Is this actually Tupperware (a copyrighted brand name), or just plastic ware?😉

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