But for many others, it’s a chore they absolutely dread.
There aretoo many rules, and its easy to make a big mistake.
Worst of all, these mistakes are usually irreversible, often resulting in ruined and unwearable clothes.
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But, it doesnt have to be this way.
How necessary is it to separate clothes by color?
Is light and dark enough, or should we be more specific?
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Bianca Dottin:It’s not super necessary to separate your clothes by color.
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What’s the best way to avoid bleeding colors?
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BD:It’s essential to wash clothes in cold water so the colors don’t run.
If you do have a dye-run mishap, can anything be done to salvage the items?
BD:If they do happen to run, do not dry your items.
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You may be able to soak the color out of the garment that bled.
If it’s already been through the dryer, it may be too late.
Is fabric softener an absolute necessity?
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BD:I actually prefernotto use fabric softener!
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What do you use instead?
BD:I opt to use white vinegar instead.
It’s a great alternative to fabric softener.
Should you wash in hot or cold water?
BD:I prefer cold water for everything except for towels, sheets, and whites.
What’s the biggest laundry myth you wish people would stop believing?
BD:I wish people would stop believing it’s possible for you to only hand wash your bras.
Always read the tags on your garment to be sure.
What’s your favorite secret laundry weapon?
BD:Baking soda.
I love adding a cup of baking soda to a cycle to deodorize the load.
Arm & Hammer Detergent is also a must for me.
Anything else you want more people to know about doing laundry?
Washing a load while you’re doing another household task can save time.
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