Clothing Care

It's been said image is everything, and that certainly applies to the world of cheerleading. No cheerleader wants to go to a game or competition with a uniform that has stains. The good news is...

Unless you are trying to establish some sort of persona, nobody wants to start a baseball game with a uniform that is already dirty. Clay gets on a baseball uniform when a player slides into a...

Many types of black clothing can be bleached white with items from the drugstore: chlorine bleach, hydrogen peroxide and plastic gloves. Bleach breaks down dyes within fabric, allowing color to be...

Whether making mud pies or splashing in muddy puddles, it seems to be a common occurrence for children to get mud on their shoes and clothes. If you've ever tried getting mud out of clothing, you...

Outdoor activities are no picnic if your clothes suffer an unexpected attack from pollen spores, which can leave stubborn stains. You can eliminate these yellow outdoor offenders from your pants,...

If you have a serious case of gray, dingy laundry, then you may think that your clothes are ruined forever. However, in many cases you can restore your clothes to their original bright color by...

When fabric is left moist for a period of time, mold may develop. Favorable conditions for mold to develop include the presence of water, oxygen, nutrients and warm temperatures. If mold is not...

When we make purchases for clothing we're making an investment into something we expect to last for years. Other than the wear and tear from the wash cycle, the presence of stains can wreak havoc...

Softball pants can be difficult to clean because of the types of dirt and clay that stick to them. However, these pants can be washed to the point of looking new. It will take more than just...

Women's underwear becomes stained for a variety of reasons. Luckily, most body fluid and substance stains are easily removed from foundation garments with a minimum of fuss. When faced with a...

Acid wash seems to be a big trend nowadays, but why spend money when you can acid wash right at home? Acid wash usually works on cotton fabrics, but clothing isn't your only option. With just...

If you live in an area with hard water, you may experience your white clothes turning gray. Hard water is filled with minerals that can leave a gray film on your clothes if it mixes with soap,...

Bleach stains can be removed from clothing, but results are not always successful when the fabric is black or dark. The bleach must be attended to quickly. Sodium thiosulfate counteracts the...

With almost every white shirt, sweat stains are an annoyance that is practically inevitable. But sometimes there isn't time to do another load of laundry, or it isn't cost-efficient or good for...

Bleach is commonly used as a laundry aid. It disinfects and removes certain stains. Bleach stains themselves, however, are difficult to remove. While bleach may be beneficial when a small amount...

At some point or another, nearly everyone needs to remove a sauce stain from clothing. Thousands of so-called remedies exist, but there are a few sure-fire ways to get rid of the stain.

A stain is truly fabric's natural enemy---it infiltrates, it damages, it holds tight and doesn't let go. But fear not, for stains are a foe that may yet be vanquished. The trick is to know thy...

Dye stains can be one of the trickiest forms of stain to remove. This is due to most dyes being made of permanent or semi-permanent ingredients designed to stay put on fabrics, hair and other...

Painting with Crayola paints is fun until it gets on your clothes! Luckily, Crayola, whose products are geared toward school-aged children, keeps this in mind when manufacturing their products....

Children often use tempera paint for crafts or to color on poster board, but this paint can stain clothing. To remove it from clothing, you might need to try several times. For best results,...

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...

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...

It can be tough to find the perfect pair of jeans. You have to find a pair that is the right length, the right waist size and the right color. If you've found a pair of Levi's that fit you...

Keep those new shoes looking new and clean. It is very easy to keep them white and smelling good. If your shoes are not white, you can still clean them in this way, but you will have to skip the...

Few things are more frustrating than getting a stain on a new or favorite item of clothing. You know it's important to act quickly, but you may not know how to proceed. The simplest method is to...

Each year, more than $250 billion is spent on fashion in the United States, according to the University of Delaware Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies, with each person spending hundreds,...

Of course you could try bleach to get that stain out of your white clothing, but there is a safe and effective alternative.

Mildew will eventually grow on any fabrics that remain damp for an extended period. Mildew is a dark stain that smells musty and will continue to spread throughout fabric if not stopped. When...

If you jog, play tennis or handball, or engage in other sports activities, your clothing may show it. Laundry detergent basically cleans your clothing, but stubborn perspiration stains are often...

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...

Jeans sometimes look better when they're beat up. But buying pre-distressed jeans can be costly--every rip or worn spot seems to drive up the price a few more dollars. You can distress your jeans...

I am so messy when I am cooking, eating or even when drawing. I have dropped my pen and gotten ink on me and have learned from that to get it out pretty easily.

Staining your clothes is rather frustrating. Almost as frustrating as trying to get that stain to come off. Here are several different methods that'll help you get rid of that haunting fabric...

Nothing is worse or more noticeable than an ink mark on your crisp white clothing. With these simple steps your will be able to combat that stain fast and efficiently.

Have you ever been perplexed by the symbols on a clothing or linen tag? A standardized set of fabric care symbols is used by manufacturers to let the consumer know what is necessary to wash, dry,...

Everyone has a laundry secret..It goes back to the days of "Wisk" and the commercial with the "ancient Chinese secret" days. You mom will give you tips, your mother-in-law and...

Since shoes are what protect the feet walking on the ground, they're exposed to a lot of dirt and mud on a daily basis. Canvas shoes are both versatile and comfortable, but can easily look dirty...

Food stains, red wine stains, whatever it is can sometimes difficult to remove. It's always good to clean a stain right away. That is usually the best and most effective way of getting it out....

Basic steps to cleaning canvas rainbow sandals. A quick and easy way to restoring your sandals to a like new state.

Reusable cloth menstrual pads are infinitely more comfortable than the disposable kind, much better for the environment, and they will save you money in the long run! But one of the most common...

The faded jean look is a fashion trend that many seek to follow. Store-bought faded jeans are different from traditional faded jeans in the technique used in fading. Chemical fading can shorten...

Stains are a part of life and they come from a variety of sources; from food to blood and everything in between. As irritating as it is to get stains on your clothing, try not to get too...

Learn how to get even the toughest stains out of fabric with these important tips!

Cigarette and cigar smoke leaves behind a yellow stain on clothing and walls. It dulls the surface over time, and moisture in a room can cause the stains to become streaky. Walls and other...

Dandelion plants are yellow flowers that grow in many lawns and fields. The plants can easily stain clothing. A dandelion stain can be difficult to remove without the proper tools.

Tie dying can be a fun craft for kids during the summer, make a unique team outfit or a costume, or a fun way to make retro gear. You don't need a lot of equipment or dye to get started, just...

Often described as "breathable" because of its ability to absorb and release moisture quickly, cotton fabric makes cool, comfortable clothes. It is a tough textile, able to withstand high...

Converse are great, stylish and timeless shoes. But they are notoriously hard to keep clean, particularly the white ones. So what do you do when your once brilliant shoes are dingy? Clean them up...

Sunscreen can be incredibly messy. It is not at all unlikely to get sunscreen on your clothing instead of your skin. If you have gotten sunscreen on your new white sundress or shorts, you may not...

Distressed denim shorts are the hot look of the summer. You can spend upwards of $100 on a designer pair, or you can create your own look for much less. Distressing takes time and patience, but it...