If you’re sick of replacing your worn-out jeans, you better read this.
But how can you keep them looking their best for as long as possible?
Here’s everything you should do to keep your jeans in good shape for years to come.
Photo:Westend61/Getty Images
“Indigo dye used on denim is very fragile,” says Jerry Pozniak.
“Once the jeans hit the water, they are never the same.”
Most of us can wear jeans several times before they require cleaning.
The Pozniaks recommend you follow those instructions.
Turning them inside out before washing helps preserve the color, whether they’re light or dark wash.
Dark blue or black jeans lose color when they rub against other fabrics.
Light-colored or white jeans can be stained by dye transfer if they are washed with darker colors.
Washing jeans inside out also helps reduce abrasion from other fabrics in the wash load and the washer drum.
Cold water is more gentle on fabrics and dyes than warmer temperatures.
It also helps fibers relax and release lint that may have deposited on the surfaces.
When you remove the jeans from the washer, give them a shake to remove excess wrinkles.
Turn them right side out and give each seam a gentle tug at the hemline.
It’s best to air dry jeans on a drying rack to help preventshrinkage.
Remove the jeans while they are still slightly damp and turn them right side out.
Smooth the seams and pockets and hang them to finish air drying.
