In this guide, we’ve got you covered with 10 easy tips to care for your clothes properly. Why’s this so important?
It's smarter for your wardrobe for one thing! Caring for clothes prolongs the life of your wardrobe, keeping you in style for longer. This will also save you time in the long run.
Approximately 25% of a garment’s environmental footprint happens in the wearing and washing. So with our smart tips and tricks, you can maximise your wardrobe and be kinder to the planet.
1. Wear more, wash less
Only wash as needed. Washing after one use is often more out of habit than hygiene. Many garments just need to be aired out and stains can often be spot treated.
2. LOWER THE TEMPERATURE
Washing machines are developed to clean at a low temperature. Heat breaks textile fibres down and it uses more energy so choose a cooler setting.
3. Fill it up
Fill the washing machine ¾. Don’t overfill your washing machine though as this prevents the water from flushing away the dirt and will result in less clean clothes.
4. Skip the dryer
Air drying keeps garments in better nick and can even save you time ironing. Use hangers for shirts and tailored pieces to ensure they dry crisp.
5. Tackling stains
Try to treat stains immediately. Especially for natural materials such as cotton, linen and wool, which absorb a lot quicker.
6. Freeze your denim
Bagging and putting your denim in the freezer for a day or two keeps jeans in better shape and kills bacteria and odours.
7. Sun’s out, shirt’s out
The sun has natural bleaching qualities. Hang your white clothes out to dry in the sunshine and take advantage of the natural bleaching.
8. Dry wool flat
Knits love a flat surface when drying, it helps keep their shape. So dry flat – preferably on a towel to absorb any extra moisture.
9. Only iron if you have to
If your clothes are already clean and dry, hang them in your bathroom when you shower. The moist air will act a bit like a steamer, helping to reduce the creases.
10. Brush up on skills
A missing button or a small defect doesn’t mean you have to throw clothes away. Garments can easily be repaired to extend the life of your clothes.
All good things come to an end, including clothes. But with these 10 easy tips, you’ll be able to enjoy your clothes for much longer.
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