Laundry guide: Seven items and when to wash them
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1. Sweaters
Wash them:Â Depends on the material.
What to know:Â More delicate pieces crafted from cashmere, cotton and silk should be handwashed after every wear, while sturdier wool and polyester sweaters can go almost a half-dozen wears before hitting the suds.
Suds safety tip:Â Have sweaters dry-cleaned at the end of the winter before you place them in storage?moths love eating stained clothing.
2. Bras
Wash them:Â Every three to four times you wear them.
What to know:Â Everyday wear can be tough on the elastic, so give your bras a break by switching in a new one every day to make your lingerie last longer. Toss them in a mesh bag and use the delicate cycle to protect your undergarments.
Suds safety tip:Â To make your bras last longer, hand wash them in gentle lingerie-specific detergent and hang to dry.
3. Jeans
Wash them:Â Every four to five times you wear them.
What to know:Â Jeans are pretty sturdy, so they can stand up to a lot of wear and tear before they need a good wash. The darker the denim, the longer you can go, while super-skinny jeans should be washed more frequently. Tip: To quickly shrink your skinnies between washes, throw them in a quick rinse cycle, inside-out, then place them in the dryer to get their shape back.
Suds safety tip:Â Keep jeans looking luxe for longer by washing them inside out, in cold water, and hanging them to dry. Want jeans to last a lifetime" Pick up a pair of raw or selvage denim?some companies sugge...
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