If only clothing could stay stain-free all the time (or even some of the time). Until then, knowing how to fight back against spills and stains can help you keep your favorite clothes looking their best.  Before you treat, learn the ABC’s of stain removal:  Act ASAP: Pre-treating washable garments with a stain remover as soon as possible can help keep a fresh stain from becoming a forever one. (If it’s dry-clean only, leave it to the professionals.) Beware Before You Treat: Test your stain remover in a discreet place to be sure it doesn’t do more damage than your stain — like strip away color. Then toss it in the wash…