Washing Clothes

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Burberry is a popular luxury fashion brand that designs high-end clothing and accessories. The company uses delicate fabrics on their items that you don't want to toss in the washing machine....

The red color of some fabric must be set, or made permanent, to avoid bleeding of the dye color. Fabric manufacturers often use excess red dye to achieve a bright red color. The excess dye cannot...

Having three children, our laundry generated a new challenge for me: Identifying the owner and locating a mate for all the white, low-cut, unmarked socks we've accumulated. There are three women...

Have you ever washed something that smelled of mold, only to have it stink again when you wore it or it got wet? Mold in clothing smells awful and can be hard to remove permanently. Clothing and...

Sports jerseys range from professional team jerseys purchased from apparel stores to the jerseys kids wear for playing sports. At some point, especially during sports activities, the jersey will...

Acrylic is a fabric that is prone to stretching. Improper ironing, washing and even time can turn a perfect fit into a jumbled, overhanging nightmare. If you have received a sweater that you like...

You may encounter all kinds of stains and smells when you are doing the laundry. One odor that finds its way to your laundry rather easily, because everyone is capable of producing it, is armpit...

If you want your expensive bras to last a long time and not wear out, you should handwash them. Many padded bras contain special memory foam or other specialized padding that will lose its shape...

Care for vintage cashmere by treating it gently, and it will keep you warm for many years to come.

It is hard to find a baseball cap that is just perfect. It fits perfectly, it's shaped perfectly and flat out looks good. When we do find one, we like, it seems like we wear it day and night....

Doing Laundry is a must for all of us. Fortunately we don't have to pay a high dollar for our laundry detergent either. I tell you how to make 3 simple homemade laundry detergents.

A completely different product from washing power or common washing detergent, washing soda is a collection of chemical compounds that are used to clean soiled laundry. It also can be used around...

Odor caused by fire smoke can be removed from most cotton and polyester clothing, but you will likely have to replace clothing that is made of silk or other delicate material. Those fabrics can be...

High efficiency (HE) detergent is designed for high efficiency, front-loading washing machines. Using the proper kind and amount of detergent for your type of washer will lead to cleaner clothes.

A word to the wise, CAUTION! Make sure that you have a spare one in case this doesn't work. However, I took the risk and it Worked! I am very happy with the results, so I want to share this with...

So is it time to wear your coat or wash it; but you don’t want to take the coat to the cleaners or spend a lot of money to keep your coat looking neat and smelling fresh. With some simple...

Finding treasures in your grandmother's attic or at the local flea market is a way to bring the past into the present in your home. Often old linens have seen their fair share of life and require...

Wondering how to wash your new pair of Smartwool socks? Wool is known for being one of the most delicate materials when it comes time to wash it. Wool socks can lose their shape and come unraveled...

We've all been there - either the dryer broke or there is not one close by after washing clothes or someone else is using the dryer(s). Here are a few ideas on how to get the clothes dry fast...

If you've recently been subject to a fire or you live with a smoker, you know it can be extremely difficult to get the smell of smoke out of your clothing. The smell often lingers and can produce...

Especially in LA, fashionable clothes are made out of really crappy material. If you wash those silkscreened thermals with the Ed Hardy that are so hot these days in the washing machine, they...

Because Laundromats are open to the public, it's hard to tell just how sanitary their washing machines are. Not all Laundromats are properly maintained, and touching and using unsanitary surfaces...

Colored clothes tend to be more sensitive and needs more extra care than white clothes to maintain their new look. If you love wearing dark or any colored clothes to match the season, you must...

Whitening soap is intended to make white clothes even whiter, and to preserve colors so that they stay bright and exciting. Finding the most effective whitening soap is important so that your...

Any type of urine from mammals, both humans and pets, contains uric acid crystals. Whether you are cleaning up after your child, an incontinent adult or your pet, the uric acid smell can stay on...

To understand how soap and detergent work, it is first necessary to understand the chemistry behind the molecules of detergent, water and unwanted particles such as oil and grease. All molecules...

Many brides are not aware that they can safely hand wash a wedding gown made of polyester, nylon, cotton or any combination of those fabrics. Washing is actually better for these fabrics since it...

Many think drying laundry on a clothesline involves plenty of backbreaking work bending down to pick up each item of clothing or carrying a heavy hamper around. While I'm sure this provides needed...

If you have a tendency to wear your Ugg boots often, then you will likely get the footwear dirty. You can clean your Ugg boots in your washing machine. Just remember to handle the boots gently in...

Have you ever had to fish the string out of a hooded sweatshirt after you wash it? I find the process is not that much fun. This article demonstrates how to avoid having to worm the string out....

Sheepskin is an organic material that requires delicate care when you wash it. Like any other organic material it will accumulate dust and residue that requires removal. But sheepskin needs...

Armani is a premium, high-fashion clothing brand, with several collections and levels of pricing. Armani Collezioni features some of the most coveted menswear designs, and season after season...

Don't you just hate those pesky heat marks that show up on your shirt when you have to iron it quickly, especially on your beautiful whites? Well, there's a method to iron clothes without burning...

Nursing scrubs and medical scrubs are in need of constant replacement. Here are a few tips on how to get your scrubs to last a little longer.

Everyone has jeans these days. There are jeans that you wear to work in the garden and jeans that you wear when you go shopping just to name a few. Then, on a special wooden hanger in the closet...

How to Hand-Wash Delicate Clothes Some clothing just are not made for the regular cycle of your washing machine. In order to prevent your fine and delicate clothing from being ruined in the...

Padded foam bras require a bit of extra care to keep them from getting out of shape in the laundry. A few minutes of care will prolong the life of your favorite undies and keep them looking like...

A few simple ingredients and a little time and effort can trim your annual laundry budget significantly when you make your own laundry detergent. It's safe to use in any washing machine, rinses...

You have a terrific black outfit--even strangers give you compliments when you wear it--but it needs washing now. You're reluctant: what if it fades with washing? Happily, there are several ways...

Ironing has got to be one of the most tedious chores on the planet! It is hot, slow work, it runs up your power bill and it tries your patience. While wrinkles can’t be prevented entirely, they...

People who strive for frugality in their daily lives have realized that making laundry soap at home is an easy way to save money. Homemade laundry soap costs significantly less than name brands...

Making laundry soap at home is an easy way to save money and help the environment. Homemade soap is free of harsh chemicals. It is gentle on clothes and should not cause a problem with sensitive...

Alright so you have a favorite pair right?? every one does and sooner or later they get dirty or start to smell. And anyone who has gotten flip flops wet knows the smell that awaits!! Below you...

All Army soldiers are required to wear the Army Combat Uniform (ACU). The ACU is a wrinkle-free universal camouflage pattern designed for all weather purposes. To preserve the special finish,...

Not every state has outlawed smoking cigarettes in public places. Depending on where you go, your clothing may reek of cigarette smoke after spending a night at a restaurant, club or bar. If you...

One of the first ways that laundry detergent works is by using electrical charges to its advantage. Most laundry detergents have added ingredients known as anionic surfactants. Anionic surfactants...

The grip of modern technology makes it easy to forget how life was pre-technology, and laundry is one of the most relevant examples. In ancient times, the normal practice was to wash clothes near...

Magnesium and calcium are the main minerals that add to the hardness of water in a washing machine cycle. The more mineral concentration there is, the harder the water will become. Soft water is a...

Armani is one of the most premium and high-fashion names in clothing, with several collections and levels of pricing. Armani Collezioni features some of the most coveted designs for both men and...