Over the course of several decades, jeans have become so popular that every person has them, regardless of age and gender. This is due to the fact that such a thing not only looks beautiful, but is also quite durable.
Unfortunately, over time, like any thing, denim clothes get dirty. To remove dirt, it must be washed. Some housewives do not know how to wash jeans in a washing machine, so they are afraid of ruining them. In fact, this is not difficult to do, just follow simple rules.
Automatic machine
Follow all the rules when washing jeans
Modern housewives are accustomed to using washing machines, which make the washing process easier. Denim clothes, like any other item, can be washed in a washing machine. Before you start washing, you need to understand how to wash jeans in a washing machine. First you need to purchase a special powder intended for denim clothing. Most often it is sold in liquid form. In addition, if the denim is thin, it is better to purchase additional rinse conditioner.
To wash and not damage the item, you must:
- Observe the temperature of the water;
- Select the appropriate mode on the washing machine;
- Buy a suitable product.
If you do everything correctly, you will no longer need to wonder how to properly wash jeans in a washing machine.
It is advisable to turn your jeans inside out before washing.
Temperature
One of the most important conditions for washing denim is the water temperature. It is best to wash things at 35-40 degrees. If the water is hotter, things may be damaged. The paint will peel off, and the thin material will become scuffed.
Jeans detergent
Both the quality of washing and the service life of your favorite trousers equally depend on what powder you use to wash your jeans. When choosing a detergent for hand or machine washing, it is better to give preference to products without bleaching or stain-removing ingredients. The ideal option is special gels for washing denim, but they usually cost a little more than other products. If you don’t have this on hand, you can use any gel for washing colored items or regular laundry soap.
What things can you do this with?
How to wash jeans without getting them even more dirty? This question worries many housewives. You need to figure out what things you can wash denim with. Ideally, it is best to wash such items separately. Unfortunately, nowadays you have to pay for everything, so everyone wants to save money, which is why they wash things with other things.
Light
Light clothes have been popular at all times. This also applies to denim clothing. Unfortunately, light-colored things get dirty very quickly. That is why they need to be washed more often. It is strictly not recommended to wash light-colored items with other items. If you wash jeans with other clothes, the light-colored fabric will stain and the items will lose their original appearance.
It is best to wash light-colored jeans separately. If this is not possible, then you can wash them with light-colored items, but the material should be similar in composition.
Dark
Dark blue jeans most often stain water when washed, so it is better to wash new jeans separately from other items. After the water is no longer stained, they can be washed with other dark-colored items.
Optimal mode, temperature, powders
Manufacturers always give recommendations regarding washing various products. Carefully study what is written on the label. The icons on the label will help you understand the most important issues:
- at what temperature are jeans washed?
- how to do push-ups correctly;
- what powders and liquid detergents are best to use.
Let's look at the important issues in more detail.
Temperature is important
Thirty degrees is the optimal temperature. Don't forget to select a gentle spin with speeds up to 800.
The most gentle modes:
- "Jeans". Relatively new mode. Only the most modern units can boast of its presence. Ideal for washing any denim.
- "Handwash". Provides the most gentle cleaning of pants at partial speed. Almost everyone has them in their cars. No less suitable option for denim. Don't forget to set the desired temperature.
- "Express wash" The best solution for pants that don't get too dirty. The mode has its advantages: jeans are washed at low temperatures and are in direct contact with water for a short time - from 15 to 30 minutes. Use the express mode to prevent them from sitting down.
Suitable chemistry
Choosing the optimal detergent is a crucial step. The optimal choice is liquid formulations. They perfectly wash stubborn stains and at the same time can be easily rinsed from synthetic and natural fabrics and do not leave streaks.
The best solution are gels for jeans:
- Bagi Jeans. A popular product made in Europe. Indicated for cleaning denim. The composition not only perfectly removes dirt, but also softens hard fabrics.
- BiMax Jeans. Domestic product. Allows you to clean not only jeans, but also sportswear.
- Domal Jeans. Concentrate from Germany. Does not wash out paint from fabric. Allows you to preserve the color of jeans for a long time.
- Dreft Black. The liquid composition is used when cleaning black fabrics. Ideal for machine processing of black denim.
Automatic loose powders for color are also suitable. The main thing is that they should not contain bleaches. Otherwise, the jeans may radically change their color and not for the better.
Is the pair made of rigid denim? Don't forget to add some conditioner. It will soften the fabric and make the product more pleasant to the touch.
How to properly handle new trousers?
Be sure to read the information on the label
Many people are interested in the question: can new jeans be washed with other things? It is best not to do this, as they will begin to shed heavily, staining other things. In addition, when washing new jeans, you must follow some rules:
- Things should always be turned inside out;
- Use only delicate washing mode;
- Avoid using conditioners, as they soften the fabric, which means the jeans will wear out quickly;
- Automatic drying should be avoided.
If you follow these simple rules, you won't have any problems washing your new jeans.
When drying, hang jeans by the waistband
Proper drying
The sun bleaches natural dye, so jeans should be dried at home or outside, but in the shade. Near heat sources, the fabric dries out quickly and wrinkles appear on it, which are difficult to smooth out. It is most convenient to dry on metal dryers.
You need to lay an old terry towel (sheet) on the grate, lay out your pants, smoothing out the parts. Turn them over after a few hours to ensure the fabric dries evenly. Iron the trousers when they are slightly damp and dry them straightened out on a line (dryer).
Using your hands
Most people prefer to wash things like jeans by hand, but not everyone knows how to do it correctly. Before you start washing, denim clothes must be soaked in warm water. Usually 20 minutes of soaking is enough.
It is important to remember that the fabric cannot be soaked for more than 2 hours, otherwise it will begin to deteriorate.
In the next step, you can proceed directly to washing. To do this you should look at
Jeans must be washed after every 5 wears
label on the permissible water temperature. If the water is hotter than 60 degrees, the denim will shrink a lot and then it will be impossible to wear such a thing.
To wash jeans by hand, use only approved detergents. This is due to the fact that regular powders damage denim. If desired, you can use regular laundry soap.
When the wash is completed, the washed jeans are rinsed in water and then sent to dry.
It is best to hang your pants by the waistband to prevent them from getting damaged.
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.
Drying jeans correctly
To prevent jeans from losing their original appearance, it is better to let them dry in the fresh air. This will help maintain the color saturation of the fabric.
If possible, dry your jeans outside/balcony, but not in direct sunlight.
You can dry wet jeans using an iron, after drying the item outside or near a heat source. The heat level of the iron should be medium to prevent white streaks from forming on the fabric. The product should be ironed on both sides until the desired result is achieved - until the fabric dries completely.
By the way, it is better not to iron jeans made of stretch fabric so that the elasticity of the material does not suffer.
When drying with an iron, it is not recommended to turn on the steam option.
Follow our recommendations and take care of your belongings!
Rules for light and dark products
Features of washing white items:
You can use products containing a bleaching component.- You can wash your pants at temperatures up to 60 degrees, if there is an urgent need for it.
- When hand washing, careful consideration and rinsing of the seams is necessary. If this is not done, gray or yellow streaks will remain on your pants.
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.
