What is the recommended action before treating stains?

Letting stains dry before treating them is generally not recommended, as it can make the stain more difficult to remove. The best practice is to treat stains as soon as possible to prevent them from setting into the fabric or material. Immediate attention to stains typically leads to better results as fresh stains are usually easier to extract than those that have had time to dry and adhere to the fibers.

While washing items prior to treating stains might seem logical, it can sometimes spread the stain or set it further, particularly if the water or detergent is not effective for that specific type of stain. Allowing a stain to remain untouched is not advisable either, as that could lead to permanent markings. The recommended course of action in stain treatment is to address the stain immediately with appropriate methods rather than letting it dry.