Sometimes clothes with mold problems have an unpleasant odor, while other times the molded spot will present itself with a black spore-filled stain. It can be a challenge to find a mold-killing solution that actually works on clothing without damaging the fabric. It's also common for someone to launder a garment and then notice the unpleasant odor when it's exposed to body heat. Treating the mold-stained area with OxiClean and laundering will kill most mold in clothes.
Things You'll Need
- OxiClean Stain Fighter Triple Power Liquid
- Laundry soap
- Washing machine
- Dryer
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Step 1
Measure a full cap of OxiClean Stain Fighter Triple Power Liquid. If the mold has created a visible stain, pour a small part of the OxiClean directly on the stain. Gently rub the stain fighter into the stain. Let it sit on the fabric to soak into the garment for between 5 and 10 minutes.
Step 2
According to OxiClean.com, you should pour the remaining OxiClean directly into the washer--along with the laundry detergent--as the washer fills. Put the garment into the washing machine and launder as you normally would.
Step 3
Inspect the garment for odors and mold stains before putting it into the dryer. Sometimes deeply molded items will require a second or even a third washing.
Step 4
Remove the garment from the washing machine as soon as the washer is done. Dry thoroughly according to the garment care directions on the tag.
