Simple Tips To Wash & Maintain Black Clothes

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oi-Amrisha

By Amrisha Sharma

Saturday, December 3, 2011, 12:19

Black coloured clothes can be found in every wardrobe. Both men and women wear black clothes as the colour is bold and gives a different classic and stylish look. However, dark colours easily fade from the clothes after few washes, thus making it look dull and colourless. To maintain the quality and glow of black clothes, here are few tips to wash dark black clothes and maintain them.

Tips to wash and maintain black clothes and prevent them from fading:

1. Always wash black clothes separately. Avoid washing dark and light clothes together. You might end up mixing colours.

2. Avoid soaking dark clothes such as black in detergent for more than 10-15 minutes. Dark clothes fade easily so be careful while washing black clothes.

3. Turn the black clothes inside out before washing them. This prevents them from fading out. To remove stains from black clothes, use a rag before soaking them in detergent. You can also use white vinegar and water solution and rub on the stain.

4. Wash black clothes in cold water and not in hot water. Cold water cuts down suds and prevents the dark clothes from fading.

5. Prefer colour safe detergent to wash black or any dark clothes. It maintains the black clothes by preventing the colour from fading.

6. Don't use brush to wash back clothes. Be gentle and read the fabric label before washing the cloth.

7. After washing the black clothes, dry them under the shade. This maintains the colour of the clothes.

8. It is best to wash black clothes after 2-3 use. Black clothes especially black jeans can lose its stretch, colour and shine after few washes, so avoid washing clothes unless they are too dirty.

Follow these tips to wash and maintain black or other dark coloured clothes.