Doing laundry is seldom the most thrilling thing to do in everyday life. Far from it, we tend to keep postponing the laundry date until there is not much to wear. If laundry seems to be a nightmare in your life, then this post is one that you would want to read. Here we would deal with some of the common problems you face while doing your laundry and provide solutions to overcome them. So, let us start.
#1: Smart ways to remove grease stains
Caring for a property often means getting your hands and clothes dirty. During an intensive home cleaning session, you can easily pick up those sticky grease stains. The problem with such stains is that they are very difficult to remove and may destroy your clothes. But we have a smart solution for you. When you see a grease stain on your garment, it is time to seek the help of white chalk. Rub the front and back of the stain with chalk. Let the white chalk settle into the fabric for some hours. Chalk would absorb the grease and leave behind a residue. Scrap off the excess residue from the dress and then put it into the washing machine. Use a detergent powder that can clean stains efficiently. You would find the grease stain gone once the dress comes out of the washing machine.
#2: Hacks to stop color bleeding of new clothes
When you buy new garments from the market you often go by its appearance and fabric. But some new clothes are prone to shed a lot of their color. And this can spell doom for your laundry day. The first important tip is to separate such clothes and treat them prior to a wash. Put them inside the washing machine along with half a cup of salt. The use of salt would keep the colors intact. After the first wash (with salt) it is time for the second run. Again, use a detergent powder that comes with color protect formula.
#3: Tips to keep the Towels soft
With repeated use and dirt accumulation, towels tend to become crunchy and form an unpleasant odor. The best way to get over this problem is to use some vinegar in the washing cycle. In the first washing cycle, wash your towels with 1 cup of vinegar and hot water. Once the cleaning is complete, take out the towels and run them over again and this time with efficient detergent powder.
That was simple, wasn’t it?