Washing jeans while maintaining their color and shape is a result that any housewife wants to achieve. Most often, the manufacturer recommends washing denim clothes separately from other items.
But in order to save time and water consumption, housewives use a trick by combining denim clothes with other things in one wash.
Knowing the secrets of how to wash jeans with other clothes will help you achieve perfect clean results. What can you wash jeans with in a washing machine? Is it possible with whites and things of other colors? Details are in the article.
Features of denim
Classic denim is made from cotton twill weave. This fabric is very dense, with a characteristic relief, comfortable to wear. Denim is often supplemented with threads with a synthetic base: this adds new properties. Stretch jeans with polyester have excellent stretch and fit perfectly to the figure.
Caring for natural and blended denim consists of a number of rules. The most basic ones are always indicated on the label.
How often to wash
Although no one forbids washing jeans every day, frequent contact with water and detergent will cause the fabric to lose its elasticity and color faster. The less frequently we wash our jeans, the longer they last. But this does not mean that you need to stay in your pants for a whole month, and only then wash off the ingrained layer of various dirt. Washing is always commensurate with wear: worn a little, then washed.
It is better to wash new jeans immediately after purchase. Local stains should be washed by hand in a basin, so as not to spin generally clean trousers in the drum.
Advice A sure sign that jeans need cleaning is a stretched waistband or slightly protruding knees. After drying, the shape will be restored.
Sorting laundry of the same color
In this case, you need to look at the information from the manufacturer, which is indicated on the label. You can make this procedure easier using a number of general rules:
- look at what the thing is made of;
- do not ignore the specified temperature and washing mode;
- Choose your powder and special detergents wisely.
Sorting by color is important, but items also need to be sorted by fabric type.
Washing rules
For any type of washing, try to use cold, or maximum warm, water. Jeans need to be prepped a bit before soaking or cycling in the machine.
Preparation
Check your pockets and remove anything unnecessary. It is better to fasten zippers and buttons. If you machine wash on the standard cycle, turn the pants inside out so that the front side experiences less friction. Be sure to turn decorated trousers inside out.
If there are difficult stains, for example, grass or berry juice, then wet them with water and soap them with laundry soap. Antipyatin soap for colored laundry works well on jeans.
Wash by hand
Hand washing is a priority if jeans are prone to shedding and contain synthetic threads.
How to wash by hand:
- Dissolve the detergent in a large bowl. The jeans should be completely submerged in water. Temperature - 30-40 degrees.
- Soak the prepared pants for 40-50 minutes.
- “Massage” your pants with light movements, paying attention to the seams, pockets, knees, waistband - those places that get dirty the most.
- Drain the solution and rinse thoroughly in running water.
- Squeeze gently. You can twist it, but moderately.
- Shake off the moisture, straighten your pants and set them to dry.
Machine washable
It is important what mode the jeans will be washed on. Consider the composition of the fabric.
How to wash denim in a machine:
- Choose manual or delicate mode. “Cotton” at 30-40 degrees is suitable.
- Reduce the spin speed to minimum if you want to save your pants.
- To avoid overloading the drum, do not wash more than 3-4 pairs at a time. Cotton jeans become heavy when wet.
- Don't neglect additional rinsing.
- Avoid machine drying.
Note to housewives
When dried properly, jeans straighten out under their own weight and do not require ironing. Denim is a very dense fabric that is wrinkle resistant. If you still need to iron, do it while the jeans are slightly damp - this will make it easier for the fabric to straighten out. Ironing from the inside out is preferred.
Black jeans will lose their color less if they are first left in water and vinegar. The acid will set the dye in the middle of the fibers. Dark blue and black jeans will fade less if you subsequently wash them in slightly salted or acidified water.
It is better to wash denim clothes with embroidery and rhinestones by hand. When cleaning by machine, be sure to not only turn your pants inside out, but also place them in a special bag (pillowcase). In this case, the most gentle mode is set, for example, “Wool”: it is better to hang very damp, wet jeans than to lose all the decor, and even clog the filters of the machine with it.
It is not recommended to dry clean jeans. Chemicals negatively affect the fabric, as a result of which the item quickly loses its appearance.
By following the above recommendations, it will not be difficult to clean the dirt from your favorite jeans. Good denim can withstand both hand and machine washing. For cheaper samples, you just need to choose a more gentle mode. It is recommended to pay attention to the selection of detergents and not to overdo the spin cycle, and your clothes will look like they came from a store for a long time.
Typical washing mistakes
Banal laziness or ignorance of the features of jeans leads to minor troubles, and if you are unlucky, then to damage to the pants beyond repair. Don't make these mistakes like other housewives.
Washing with other items
Washing classic blue jeans with white clothes, even at 30 degrees, is a big risk. After such a mistake, housewives take a long time to remove blue stains from T-shirts and shirts.
Wash jeans only with similar fabrics, preferably of similar composition, following the instructions on the labels.
Heat
Washing at 60 degrees or higher often causes jeans to fade, especially if they are black or deep blue.
There is another problem: the fabric shrinks. You risk simply not fitting into your favorite trousers.
Incorrect spin
If you set the washing machine to the most powerful spin, thin jeans may not withstand the load and tear. Reduce speed to avoid excessive wrinkling of the fabric.
Incorrect washing mode
Natural cotton jeans on the “Wool” or “Synthetic” mode may not wash.
What products can you use to wash jeans?
If the issue of caring for jeans is really very important to you, we offer you an overview of special washing products developed taking into account the characteristics of denim fabric.
- BiMax Jeans
. The product, made in Russia, has the form of a gel. It dissolves well in water. Helps preserve and restore the color of clothing and removes stains. Average price - 300 rubles.
- Amway Home SA8 Black
. American product, 1 liter volume, priced at RUB 1,500. Operates in a temperature range from 15 to 90 degrees. Helps retain paint and is completely washed out of the fabric. Can be used for children's clothing thanks to natural active ingredients.
- Luxus professional.
The German liquid product in the form of a gel is available in a 1 liter plastic container. Economical consumption and active formula provides long-term and reliable care for denim fabric. Price – 300-350 rub.
- Coral Jeans.
Liquid product with a volume of 1.5 liters made in Germany. It has a pleasant aroma and pronounced care qualities, thanks to which jeans do not lose color for a long time. Active at a temperature of 30 degrees.
- STORK JEANS
liquid washing powder. The domestic brand offers an active detergent that starts working at 25 degrees, retains color and removes complex stains. Average price – 200 rubles.
- Gel-con.
A detergent for washing denim clothes was produced in Russia. Maintains fabric quality while removing stubborn stains. The average cost is 200 rubles.
- NORDLAND Denim washing balm
. German product, volume 750 ml. Operating temperature range – 20-60 degrees. Gently washes and removes dirt. Suitable for all types of washing machines. Made from natural safe ingredients. Average price – 380 rubles.
In conclusion, we note that jeans are not uniform clothing that requires strict wearing. This is a thing that you create yourself. Over time, it only improves, acquiring a comfortable fit and individual features. It would be a shame to lose your favorite thing. Therefore, when caring for your jeans, follow some simple rules and follow some precautions to avoid their premature damage.
How to dry properly
The final stage of washing is proper drying. For most fabrics, natural drying is a priority, and denim is no exception.
All drying rules:
- Straighten out any creases.
- Hang your pants or place them on the dryer.
- Do not dry on a radiator or in a dryer. Over-drying harms the fibers and makes them brittle. For the same reason, ironing is harmful to jeans.
- To prevent your pants from fading in the sun, turn them inside out if you dry them outside in the summer.
Changing jeans size
We use all the tips in reverse to reduce stretched jeans. Tricks will also come in handy for those who have lost weight by 1-2 sizes, but do not yet have the opportunity to update their wardrobe.
Shrinkage
Wash your jeans in a machine at 60 or even 90 degrees. The more cotton in the composition, the higher the likelihood of shrinkage. A radical method is boiling in a saucepan, but this is only suitable for the most durable denim.
Stretching
To stretch pant legs, work with the fabric while it is wet. Simply secure the waistband and give the bottom a good tug. Leave to dry in this position, you can additionally secure the pant legs.
Another way is to steam your jeans well and put them on yourself.
Do I need to iron it?
If you hang wet jeans from your waistband, they will straighten out on their own under their own weight. This eliminates the need for ironing.
When it is still necessary, for example, in order to soften a thing, adhere to the following recommendations:
- Do not iron dry fabric. The pants should remain slightly damp. If time is lost, they can be moistened using a spray bottle.
- The product can only be ironed from the reverse side.
- It is recommended to set the iron temperature to 150 degrees. The thinner the fabric, the lower it should be.
- To prevent pocket marks from remaining on the trouser leg, you need to put a handkerchief in it. First, iron the seams and the back side, then the pockets and the front surface of the product.
After ironing is completed, the jeans should be allowed to cool so that they are fixed in the desired position.
Read about how to iron jeans here.
If it is not possible to wash or washing is prohibited
It is worth listening to the opinion of famous denim designers, such as the creator of the Levi's brand, Levi Strauss: to make jeans last for several years, wash them once every 2 months. There is no point in taking this advice to the point of absurdity, because today the fabrics of jeans vary greatly in composition, and the thing is so comfortable that you want to wear it every day. But you can take note of some tricks that will reduce the number of washes.
Dry cleaning
Folk remedies for dry and wet cleaning are salt, soda, hydrogen peroxide, ammonia, vinegar solution and others. Can be used without water. To remove traces of the product, use a vacuum cleaner, an alcohol wipe, or simply wait until it dries.
Local wet cleaning
Stains can be treated with soapy water, dish soap (it effectively removes greasy marks), or soda slurry. Use a soft sponge or brush, be sure to rinse off the product with water.
Ventilation
An alternative to frequent washing is long-term airing. This method will help when there are no visible stains on the jeans, but body odor remains. The smell on the balcony will disappear within 24 hours.
Important Tips
To make washing your jeans as effective as possible, you must use the following recommendations:
Do not ignore the manufacturer's advice. They are indicated on the product label. It is always on the wrong side of the jeans.- Do not actively rub dirt on your jeans with a brush.
This will cause stains. The fibers of the fabric will become fuzzy, which will affect the appearance of the product. - The powder must be dosed strictly. Its excess will remain in the fibers of the fabric, which will require additional rinsing of the item.
If creases in the form of white stripes appear on your pants during drying, you need to moisten them with water and wait until they dry again.
