Are you sure that the washing machine is your friend?
What if it's been killing your favorite things for years and you don't even know it?
It's all about the "quick wash" cycle. It saves time, but turns the water into an acidic shower for fabrics.
Due to sudden temperature changes, colored T-shirts lose their brightness, and jeans become stiff as cardboard. The solution is simple - use only cold water and the "delicate wash" mode.
Yes, it takes longer, but your things will no longer resemble rags from the basement.
Here's a secret that will make you throw out your fabric softener. It turns out that it coats the fibers of your fabric with a silicone film that attracts dirt. Instead, add… white vinegar to the fabric softener compartment.
It will soften the fabric, remove static electricity and even disinfect the drum. Just don’t be afraid of the smell – the vinegar evaporates after drying, leaving a fresh scent.
But the biggest mistake is overloading the machine. When you cram twice as many things inside, the drum cannot rotate freely.
The dirt is not washed out, but is ground into the fabric, creating a gray film. Leave room for the clothes to “dance” - and then even white shirts will shine like snow.
Author: Valeria Kisternaya
