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1. How to Handle Moldy Clothes
Spring's humid weather, often moist from heavy rain, is when clothes are most prone to mold, especially thick fabrics and low nylon.
The two common types of mold found on clothes are white mold and black mold. White mold is easier to deal with compared to black mold. Prepare some soap and baking soda, then soak the clothes in the solution for a few minutes. Finally, rinse the clothes with clean water.
Dealing with black mold takes more time and effort compared to white mold. Prepare warm water and add detergent, then mix with baking soda at a ratio of 1 teaspoon for every 2 to 3 items of clothing. Soak the clothes for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water. During the mold removal process, keep in mind:
- Washing clothes with a washing machine may not be as effective as hand washing
- Avoid soaking clothes for more than 10 minutes.
- Avoid using hot water to wash colored garments as it may cause fading, especially for silk or nylon fabrics.
2. How to Eliminate Odors from Clothes
For heavy fabric clothing, especially winter wear like wool, fleece, tweed,... prolonged exposure, especially in humid rainy weather, can lead to odors.
When clothes are dry, they may develop an unpleasant odor. Dealing with this condition is not difficult. Prepare some vodka. The components in vodka are effective in neutralizing odors on clothes.
First, prepare a spray bottle and pour some vodka into it, then dilute the vodka with water at a ratio of 1:1 in case the odor is not too strong. Next, spray it on the surface of the clothes. You will be surprised to see the odor completely eliminated. Finally, hang the clothes on a hanger, in a cool, dry place.
3. Tips for Clothing Preservation
You should store clothes in clean plastic bags to limit mold growth, prevent odor, and mildew. During humid or winter weather, clothes may take longer to dry, but you should not put damp clothes in the wardrobe to prevent odors and mildew. Therefore, consider getting yourself a clothes dryer to dry before storing.
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