Correct these laundry habits if you want to keep your clothes looking new and vibrant for years to come.
No matter how carefully you do your laundry, fading still seems inevitable.
Your laundry habits could be causing your colors to fade, whether you realize it or not.
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So, choosing less harsh, botanical-based detergents can be a better choice.
“They are left as a thin film on the clothes and linens.
“These minerals weaken fabric fibers, making them more prone to wear.”
However, soft water can cause problems as well.
Cold water helps maintain color by keeping fibers closed and therefore reducing dye loss.
Dont put them in the laundry just yet.
High temperatures from the dryer can further damage fibers and accelerate color fading over time,” He says.
Low or medium heat is your best bet for most garments.
If drying outdoors, keep clothes out of direct sunlight to avoid UV fading," Sokolowski says.
