If you want to enhance the effect of this trick, it is advisable to soak the towels in a solution of water, four tablespoons of vinegar and lemon juice before washing them. The vinegar will not only soften the fabric, but also give it a rich color. To make matters worse, the acidic solution kills the bacteria. The smell of white vinegar takes a few hours to disappear.
How do I wash my towels so they stay looking new for longer?
Using these tricks, however, will not bring the expected result if you do not remember some rules. The most important of these is not to overload the drum (up to 2/3 of its capacity) to ensure thorough rinsing and washing. We should not add a significant amount of detergents, especially bleach or fabric softeners. They cover the fibers with a waxy layer that accumulates with each subsequent wash, reducing the fabric’s absorbency.
How do you wash colored towels to protect their color?
Towel manufacturers recommend washing colored towels every three to four days, but if the towels are kept in a ventilated place away from moisture, you can wash them once a week. An electric towel rack is ideal for drying towels on a daily basis.
Wash towels separately from other clothes as towels tend to absorb colors. They also shed lint, which can spread to other clothes, including wool ones.
Separate towel loads produce the best results. Separating white towels from colors is very important.
Using fabric softener on your towels can shorten their life and lighten them, they can make the fabric soft but decrease its absorbency.
