How to wash clothes that have mildewed? - Teaching you a few small methods
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2010-07-20 17:08
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Clothing mildew is quite common in households, especially during the damp and rainy season.
First, identify the material of your clothes:
1. If cotton clothes have mildew spots, you can use a few mung bean sprouts to rub repeatedly on the spots, then rinse with clean water, and the mildew spots will be removed.
2. For woolen clothes with mildew spots, first place the clothes under sunlight for a few hours. After drying, gently brush off the mildew spots with a brush. If the mildew is caused by oil or sweat stains, use a soft brush dipped in gasoline to scrub repeatedly on the spots, then wipe several times with a clean towel and air dry in a ventilated place.
3. For silk clothes with mildew spots, first soak the silk in water and brush it clean. If there are many or heavy mildew spots, apply a 5% alcohol solution on the spots and rub repeatedly to quickly remove the mildew. Alternatively, wash with citric acid and then rinse with cold water.
4. For leather clothes with mildew spots, first wipe repeatedly with a towel dipped in soapy water to remove dirt, then rinse immediately with clean water, dry, and apply some jacket oil.
5. For synthetic fiber clothes with mildew spots, use a brush dipped in concentrated soapy water to scrub, then rinse with warm water once, and the mildew spots can be removed.
6. For cotton and linen clothes with mildew spots, undyed ones can be exposed to sunlight, while colored ones should be dried in a ventilated place. After the clothes are dry, brush off the mildew spots. Woolen clothes should not be exposed directly to sunlight; cover the clothes with a white cloth, and after drying, brush off the mildew spots. Alternatively, clean with calcium chloride solution.
7. For mildew spots on silk and wool fabrics, use a cotton ball dipped in turpentine to rub, then dry in the sun to remove moisture.
8. For mildew spots on cotton and linen fabrics, first soak in a diluted solution of 20 grams of ammonia in 1 liter of water, then rinse clean with water.
9. If the above methods do not work, try wiping with a hot hydrogen peroxide solution at 35–60°C or a bleaching powder solution, then rinse clean with water.
Here are some prevention measures:
During the plum rain season, the air temperature varies greatly, and clothes are prone to mildew and mold. When mold spores in the air encounter suitable conditions, they grow on the medium. Mold is very resilient and generally grows and reproduces at temperatures between 25°C and 30°C, humidity above 80%, and sufficient oxygen. What should you do if clothes get mildewed?
When inspecting clothes, first take them out of the box and hang them in a ventilated and dry place. If possible, iron them to reduce moisture. Clothes should be hung with some space between them to ensure good ventilation. This is why many clothes in stores do not mildew. Mildew and white fuzz on clothes often result from not cleaning the collar, cuffs, pockets, and front before storage, creating conditions for bacterial growth. In such cases, use clean water with a little oxygen-based detergent and a brush to remove the mold, then iron dry and hang to prevent further fuzz growth.
After treating mildewed clothes, wait for sunny weather to dry them outdoors. Generally, woolen fabrics and fur clothing can be dried in the sun. Fur clothes should be dried with the fur facing outward for three to four hours, then dusted off in the shade. Silk clothes should not be exposed to sunlight and should be dried in the shade to avoid fabric aging. After drying, clothes should be properly stored. When storing clothes, place some camphor balls and camphor blocks in the box. Also, it is best to store silk, fur, wool, and other types of clothes separately.
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