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Try to remove as much dirt on the surface of the fabric before putting in the machine, and follow the care instructions on the label.
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How to Clean Suit Jackets at Home
Suit jackets can give you a professional, dapper look, but how exactly are you supposed to wash them? You know you can take your garment into the dry cleaners, but you may be wondering if you can clean suits right from h...
How to Get Rid of a Ring Around the Collar: Quick & Easy Steps
Plus tips to prevent more staining around your shirt collarNothing’s worse than picking up a crisp, clean shirt only to discover the collar is yellowed and dingy. If you have a ring around the collar of your shirt, it...
How to
Wash a Jacket in a Washing Machine
While you may assume that your winter jacket, coat, or windbreaker is dry-clean only, most jackets are machine-washable. You can wash them in an average washing machine without spending extra money on dry-cleaning. First...
How to
Iron a Shirt
There are lots of ways to iron a shirt, but using the right technique can give you a crisper, crease-free finish. Most people save ironing just for their dress shirts, but you can also iron t-shirts as well. This wikiHow...
11 Best Things You Can Use Zote Soap For
''Who said soap is just for cleaning?''With so many different types of soap out there, it’d be nice to have one that can be more than just one thing. You’re in luck! The Zote soap bar can do it all – not only is it...
How to
Shrink Clothes Without a Dryer
If you have oversized clothes, you can easily shrink them at home without a dryer! A long cycle in the washing machine with hot water is an easy way to tighten the fibers. Alternatively, you can soak the garment in a pot...
How to
Remove Glitter from Your Clothes
Craft projects, holiday decorations and special events may leave your clothing covered in glitter. Unfortunately, glitter is stubborn and it will usually take more than just brushing at it with your hand to remove it fro...
How to
Clean a Shirt Collar
There are a variety of methods you can use to remove dirt, oil, and sweat from your shirt collars. You can try treating your collar with a stain treatment before washing and drying it as you normally would. Powdered dish...
How to
Remove Slime from Your Clothing
Making slime is the latest crafting craze, with tons of videos online teaching kids and adults alike how to create goo that's colorful, sparkly, or even edible. It's all fun and games... until it gets on your clothes. Re...
An Accurate and Effective Guide to Hoodie Washing
Everything you need to know to wash your hoodie like a proHoodies are a popular piece of clothing for the fall and winter seasons because they are casual and comfortable. Hoodies are durable and can last for a long time,...
How to
Remove Fabric Softener Stains
Fabric softener makes clothing soft and fresh, but it can also leave greasy-looking stains in its wake. Fortunately, in most cases the stains are simple to remove with soap and water, so they're almost never permanent. N...
How to
Wash Burlap
Burlap is a great fabric that can be used in all kinds of crafts and DIY projects, but it can have an unpleasant odor and hold onto dirt and debris. Fortunately, you can easily clean burlap in a washing machine or even b...
How to
Wash a Zipper Hoodie
Zipper hoodies are great for cool days, but washing them can be tricky. Don’t ruin your favorite hoodie in the wash! By spending a little extra time caring for your hoodie, you can keep both the fabric and the zipper i...
How to Get Poop Stains Out of Baby Clothes
Even if you’ve got your baby’s bathroom and feeding routine down pat, it isn’t unusual that they sometimes leave a mess that makes it past their diaper. Whether your baby is formula or breastmilk-fed, or even if th...
How to
Get Poison Ivy or Poison Oak Off Your Clothes
Urushiol, the substance that causes reactions to poison ivy and poison oak, can remain active on contaminated clothing for years. However, you can easily remove it from almost any garment or gear. To prevent cross contam...
How to
Clean Nylon
Plus, how to tackle new or old stains on your favorite nylon garments Nylon is a synthetic material used in many different products, such as clothes, hammocks and bags. It’s made to be easily cleaned and stain resistan...
How to Protect Your Clothes and Closet from Moisture
Keep mold and moisture at bay with these wardrobe hacksIf you’ve had run-ins with mildew or damp clothes, you’re not alone. There are many ways to protect your clothing from moisture and pesky mold. If you’re looki...
How to Clean Norwex Cloths with Household Products
Follow these steps to clean and use Norwex clothsNorwex cleaning cloths are specialized to clean just about everything…but how do you clean ''them''? Their fibers trap anything they come in contact with, so laundry det...
Handwashing Your Fjållråven Kånken: Removing Dirt & Stains
A guide to safely washing your favorite Scandinavian backpack Kånken backpacks by Fjällräven are well-known for their great functionality and durability, as well as their wide range of colors to suit your style. With ...
