The weather is getting colder and colder, and winter clothes are warm but heavy, making it difficult to wash them. Washing it yourself is not only difficult but also lacks knowledge of cleaning techniques; Send it for dry cleaning, but I'm worried about getting it washed out and causing disputes... Washing clothes, which was originally so simple, has become complicated and headache inducing. Cold tap water and humid outdoor air have become enemies of autumn and winter laundry. For a while, various netizens complained about laundry in winter, such as the water temperature being too low to wash clothes cleanly, unable to air dry, "My woolen sweater is too expensive to send to the laundry shop, how can I wash it at home?" and so on So, some tips should be taken for winter laundry to greatly improve the cleanliness of clothes and the washing effect of the washing machine.

1、 The laundry detergent should be completely dissolved. If the water temperature is too low, the washing machine will have difficulty dissolving the laundry detergent. You can first use a small amount of warm water at around 30 ℃ to dissolve it completely. If the clothes are dirty, they can be washed with warm water at 40 ℃ -50 ℃. 2、 Determine which laundry detergent to use based on the material of the clothing. It is better to use synthetic detergent, such as low foam or foam free detergent. Synthetic laundry detergent can be roughly divided into three types: neutral, weakly alkaline, and strongly alkaline. When washing silk and wool fabrics, it is advisable to use neutral or weakly alkaline materials; When washing cotton and linen fabrics with a lot of oil stains, strong alkalinity is the best; When washing clothes with bloodstains, oil stains, and other stains, enzymatic laundry detergent can be used; When washing fabrics with rust, it is advisable to use laundry detergent containing sodium borate.

Winter clothing cleaning method

1、 Tips for washing woolen sweaters

1. The washing temperature should be appropriate

For woolen sweaters, we prioritize dry cleaning or hand washing. When hand washing, the water temperature should not exceed 30 ℃. It is recommended not to use laundry detergent. Instead, you can choose a woolen sweater specific detergent, mix it with warm water, and add the appropriate amount according to the condition of the sweater's dirt. Soak and knead gently, then soak and knead again. Repeat this process several times, then rinse with water and dehydrate for 1-2 minutes.

2. Do not use hangers to dry

Those who have the conditions can dry the dehydrated wool sweater in an environment of 80 ℃. If it is dried at room temperature, it is best not to use a clothes hanger, but to hang or lay it flat with a clothesline through the sleeves and place it in a cool and ventilated place.

3. Do not rub during washing

Invert the inner layer of the clothing and immerse it in a fully dissolved detergent for five minutes. Slowly squeeze the clothing until it is completely wet, and do not rub it. Wash with warm water first, then with cold water, and rinse until clean.

4. Add vinegar to prevent aging

When washing, add some vinegar to warm water to prevent the clothes from becoming worn out.

5. How to deal with wrinkles and folds

There are annoying wrinkles on the woolen sweater. You can adjust the steam iron to low temperature and iron it at a distance of 1-2cm from the sweater. You can also cover the wool sweater with a towel and iron it, which will not damage the wool fibers or leave any ironing marks.

6. How to deal with hairballs

A wool ball is formed by the long-term friction of short hairs on a woolen sweater. In general, when you see a wool ball, you will think that the quality of the wool sweater is not good, but in fact, it is a sign of the quality of the wool sweater. Soft and high-quality clothing is prone to pilling, which means high-quality woolen sweaters are prone to pilling.

The hair ball visible to the naked eye can be cut off with scissors. Never forcefully remove the wool balls from a woolen sweater, as it can easily damage the yarn.

2、 Cleaning methods for leather clothing

1. Leather can be divided into smooth leather, rough leather, and polished leather according to different processing methods, and smooth leather can be divided into spray painted smooth leather and dyed smooth leather.

2. Due to the different classifications of leather, special attention should be paid to the use and maintenance of leather jackets. Grinding leather and dyed leather should not be oiled or damaged. Spray paint, all leather clothing should not be wiped with shoe polish.

3. Leather clothing should pay attention to moisture prevention, otherwise once it becomes damp and moldy, the leather jacket will lose its luster and affect its fastness. If leather clothing comes into contact with rainwater, it should be immediately dried with a towel or clean cloth, and placed in a cool and ventilated place to dry. Do not expose it to sunlight or baking, otherwise the leather clothing will become hard or shrink.

4. Treatment method for damp and moldy leather clothing: Use a brush and a clean cloth to wipe the moldy part clean, then evenly wipe it with a small amount of leather oil (if the surface is uncomfortable). Before wiping, try wiping the less obvious parts of the leather clothing. If oil stains penetrate or discoloration occurs and cannot restore the original color, stop using immediately. After wiping, hang it on a hanger in a cool and ventilated place for about 24 hours, and then use a clean cloth to wipe the surface of the leather clothing. Wipe off any remaining skin oil.

5. When wearing leather clothing, attention should be paid to protecting the leather surface to prevent it from being scratched by hard or sharp objects, and to prevent the leather clothing from being stained with oil, etc. Dust on the glossy surface. Oil stains can be promptly treated with a dry cloth or brush; Woolen and ground leather can be wiped with a vegetable cloth (used, avoid using new ones) or eraser. Unclean areas should be wiped clean. If they cannot be completely wiped clean, please hand them over to a specialized store for processing, and the use of leather oil or other chemicals is strictly prohibited.

3、 Washing rules for down jackets

1. Use neutral detergent to clean down jackets. Do not use strong cleaning agents, bleaching agents, or fabric softeners. Soak for a short time before cleaning and gently brush dirty areas such as collars and cuffs with a soft brush;

2. Down jackets can be machine washed but cannot be spin dried. Before washing, zip up all the zippers and fasten the seams. Choose warm water and gentle mode for the washing machine. Do not use the spin dry function, as strong centrifugal force can damage the down jacket fabric or lining;

3. Rinse detergent and soap foam thoroughly. Frequent washing can damage the insulation medium of down jackets, so please try to minimize the number of washes while keeping them clean;

Blood stains on clothing can be removed by mixing white radish juice or crushed carrots with salt if the stain has not been present for a long time; Or soak in cold water or diluted salt water first, and then wash with soapy water; The effect of using enzyme laundry detergent to directly remove blood stains is also good. If the contamination lasts for a long time, you can apply hand oil on the bloodstains, stay for about 15 minutes, and then wash with soapy water; You can also soak and scrub with lemon juice and salt water to remove blood stains, which is also ideal; Slice the ginger and wipe off the blood stains, then use a towel dipped in cold water to easily remove the blood stains.

For white shirts or t-shirts that turn yellow due to sweat spots, a small amount of alum or salt can be added to water for soaking; Alternatively, soak the clothes in skim milk or add two tablespoons of milk to the water during the final rinse; You can also use the principle that yellow and blue are complementary colors, that is, "yellow+blue=white". Drop 3-5 drops of pure blue ink into a basin, stir well by hand, and then put the washed and bleached white shirt into the water and pull it up and down 3 to 5 times; Soaking in lemon juice for 10 minutes before washing can also achieve a similar effect.