By Lifetips
Have you ever washed your clothes, only to find they’ve shrunk? Especially your favorite sweaters, t-shirts, and jeans, now too small to wear. Don’t worry, today we will teach you a few tricks, with the washing machine can also “restore” clothes! The seemingly impossible may be simpler than you think.
Step 1: Use Warm Water and Fabric Softener to Restore Flexibility to Clothes
First of all, prepare a clean washing basin or just use the washing machine. The temperature of the water is key! Set your washing machine to “warm” mode, with the water temperature between 30-40°C. Too hot can damage clothes, and too cold won’t clean them well. 4o mini
Next, add the right amount of fabric softener. Fabric softener does more than just make clothes soft, it helps the fibers return to their original state. Don’t forget, you don’t need to add too much fabric softener, just follow the instructions.
Soak your clothes in a mixture of lukewarm water and fabric softener, rub gently and wait for 10-15 minutes. Remember not to scrub hard, but gently to avoid damaging the fabric.
Step 2: Hand Stretch the Clothes to restore the original shape
This step is key, as the washing machine helps, but recovery depends on your careful handling. Remove the garment, gently wring out the water, and stretch it back to its original size by hand.
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If it’s a sweater, stretch it at the sides and pull the edges outward to bring it back to a loose fit. For t-shirts, pull on the collar and cuffs, and for pants, pull on the legs and waist. Don’t be in a hurry, pull slowly until you feel the garment regain some of its original shape. Remember, this process requires patience.
Step 3: Use a towel to absorb water to help the garment retain its shape
After you have stretched the dress, the next step is to let it dry naturally. To prevent your clothes from getting out of shape, you can wrap the wet clothes in a clean towel and gently press it to absorb the excess water. This will not only reduce the drying time, but will also help the clothes retain their original shape.
Next, lay the clothes flat on a drying rack to prevent stretching. Dry them in a well-ventilated area and avoid using a dryer, as high heat can cause shrinkage.
Tips:
To avoid the nightmare of shrinkage, take some preventive steps when washing. For example, it’s best to hand wash your clothes separately, especially for materials like wool and cotton linen that tend to shrink. Use warm water rather than hot water for washing, and don’t put them directly into the dryer after washing. Use fabric softener regularly to maintain the softness and elasticity of your clothes.
Of course, clothing labels often have washing instructions. So following them will not only prolong the life of your clothes, but also keep them in their original shape.
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