And even worse yet when you need the clothes for tomorrow and the laundromat is already closed.
Read on to learn all about washing clothes in a bathtub.
Washing clothes in a bathtub follows the same rules as doinglaundry in a washing machineorhand-washing clothes.
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Pre-treat Stains
Look at each garment andpre-treat any stainsor heavily soiled areas.
Roll the towel up to soak up the water.
Repeat with another dry towel before hanging the clothes to dry.
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Accelerate drying time by opening a window and directing a box fan at the drying rack or clothesline.
This is especially effective in humid indoor spaces.
If they dont dissolve correctly, they can cause streaking, spotting, and residue.
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Exposure to a laundry pods highly concentrated detergents can also cause skin irritation.
Never use these laundry detergent swaps in a washing machine.
There are other ways to use less water and save energy while doing laundry.
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Machine dryers use more energy than washing machines, so consider line-drying clothes.
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