To remove stains, act immediately. Do not delay! Apply a stain remover or a mixture of water and soda/vinegar, leave for 15-30 minutes. Never dry a stained item — it will “bake”. Also, do not use hot water for protein stains (milk, egg) — they will curl up and become ingrained.
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After washing, do not leave items in the machine for a long time — they will start to smell musty. Take them out immediately and hang them up. If you can’t dry them right away, turn on the “anti-odor” or ventilation mode.
Drying is an important step. Don’t dry them on a radiator — this will deform the fibers and cause yellowing. It’s better to dry them in the fresh air or on a drying rack in the shade. Dry knitted items horizontally so that they don’t stretch. Turn jeans inside out and dry them vertically.
Iron them correctly. First, synthetics (low temperature), then wool, cotton, linen (high). Use a steam iron and the steaming mode — it’s gentler on fabrics. For delicate items, use a fabric lining.
Clean your washing machine regularly. Once a month, run an empty cycle at 90°C with vinegar or citric acid. This removes mold, scale, and odors. Don’t forget to clean the filter and rubber seal.
Finally, learn to read clothing labels. There are washing, drying, ironing modes. Following them, you will keep things as new longer. Smart washing is not only cleanliness, but also respect for things.
