Often, white clothes look beautiful for the first few washes; then, they start turning dingy, gray, or yellow. However, it’s possible to keep your white was pristine when you take extra care of them. To keep your whites as white as they can be, follow these simple laundry tips.

How to Properly Wash White Clothing

1. Separate Whites & Colors

It's not just bright or dark colors that can transfer dye onto white clothing. Even pastels and other light colors can cause issues. Wash your white clothes only with other white fabrics of the same shade.

2. Clean Your Washing Machine Regularly

Clean out your washing machine monthly to get out dirt and debris; this precautionary step will also stave off mold. If your machine isn't clean, then sticky dirt can get on your white clothes.

3. Soak With Baking Soda

If your white clothes are starting to look dingy, soak them in the sink with a cup of baking soda for two hours. Then, wash your clothes as usual to restore their whiteness. Adding vinegar in your washing machine can also soften fabrics and whiten your clothes.

4. Read the Labels

You might be tempted to use bleach in every load of whites, but you shouldn't. Bleach typically works well on cottons, but not on synthetics. And, too much bleach can make fabrics turn yellow. Read clothing labels and follow instructions on whether or not to use bleach, and use the hottest water safe for the particular fabric.

5. Don't Use Too Much Detergent

Most people know that if you don't use enough detergent, dirt can be redeposited back on your clothing in the wash. However, too much detergent or fabric softener can also cause problems because it coats fabric, and the residue attracts dirt.

6. Don't Stuff Your Machine

If the water and clothing can't circulate in your washer, then your clothes can't get really clean. Make smaller loads to allow the detergent enough room to interact with the fabrics.

7. Dry You Whites on Low Heat

If you turn up the heat in the dryer, white shirts and undergarments can come out looking yellow. Instead, use the low setting and remove your white clothes from the dryer and hang them when they are slightly damp. White towels, sheets, and socks can typically be dried on the high setting.

 

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