Things You'll Need:
- Washing machine
- Bleach
- Laundry detergent
- Bowl of cold water
- Old toothbrush
- Plastic clothes hanger
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Step 1
Rinse out the cheesecloth in a bowl of cold water to release any of the debris that may be stuck in the mesh. Use the old toothbrush to release any stubborn debris or to scrub at stains.
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Step 2
Turn washer on to a short cycle and add in detergent and bleach to the correct compartments in the washing machine. The amount of detergent you use will be based on the amount of cheesecloth you are cleaning. If you have approximately a half load, as compared to regular laundry, then use a half cup of detergent. The amount of bleach should be figured the same way.
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Step 3
Use the selector to choose a hot wash and cold rinse cycle for the cheesecloth, and then throw the cheesecloth in the washer. You can also wash with your other whites that need to be bleached, as this is essentially all you are doing with the cheesecloth. Turn on the washer and shut the lid, and allow the cycle to complete.
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Step 4
Remove the cheesecloth from the washing machine and place on a plastic clothing hanger to air dry for about an hour. Remove the cheesecloth and it is ready to use.
