June 12, 2020 by Mulberry Maids
In this day and age we have all become accustomed to washing our laundry in the laundry machine, but this is not always the best method for cleaning certain pieces of clothing. Taking proper care of your clothing is essential for long term maintenance and longevity.Â
If you are about to move and do not need help with laundry tips, read up on why a move out cleaning is important. Â
Follow along to see how the most trusted cleaning service Loveland hand washes their laundry. With these tips, you’ll be able to hand wash your laundry with ease!
How should you hand wash your laundry?
Here at Mulberry Maids, we love providing you with cleaning tips like how to deal with dog hair in your home and how you can clean your curtains to perfection! Today we are going to show you how to hand wash your laundry, which is especially important for delicate and fragile garments. Here are some tips to get you started cleaning your laundry by hand:
The Importance of hand washing laundry
Certain types of clothing and garments should only be hand washed to help increase the longevity of the materials by avoiding the rough and harsh tumbling from a washing machine. These types of clothing are typically delicate, like bras and bathing suits, or contain special materials such as wool or silk.Â
Hand washing laundry can also be a handy trick to have when you are travelling and do not have access to a laundry facility.Â
Items needed to hand wash your garments
Hand washing clothing is a simple process, but there are a few essentials that you will need to get started.Â
- Wash basin or large sinkÂ
- Gentle laundry detergent
- Appropriate stain remover (if needed)
It is always best to use the mildest and gentlest detergent possible when hand washing garments. Not only will it be better for the piece of clothing, it will also be safer for your skin.
Step by step hand washing process
Before you start out, use an appropriate stain remover if needed.Â
- Fill your wash basin or sink with lukewarm water
- Add your gentle detergent to create a soapy bath of water
- Submerge your garment and agitate the water to mix the soapy water into the clothing
- Let the garment sit for about 30 minutes (make sure the material you are washing does not have any soaking restrictions – for example, silk should not be soaked for more than 30 minutes)
- After soaking in the soapy water, use lukewarm or cold water to rinse out the item
- Press the garment against the sink or basin to get out any excess water, but be careful not to twist or wring the garment like you would with a towel
- Lay out the garment in its normal shape or form on a towel to dry or hang dry outside
Tips and Warnings
Because you are dealing with delicate items, the shape of the clothing can be affected by not properly laying your item out to dry in its original form. Be careful when drying the item as to not wring it out or handle it harshly. Also, because the garment is delicate, do not put the items in a dryer. Â
To speed up the process, you can hand wash multiple items of clothing together at once, as long as the materials are all safe in the same detergent.Â
Another tip is to make sure that the sink or wash basin is completely clean before starting the laundering process. Use a gentle all purpose cleaner and microfiber cloth to give the area a thorough cleaning.Â
Additionally, try to limit the amount of detergent used for each washing. A general rule to follow is to use a teaspoon of detergent for each pound of laundry that you are washing. The less detergent used, the easier it will be to rinse the clothing out and less chance for skin irritation. Â
The most trusted cleaning service Loveland is here for you
Mulberry Maids is here for all your cleaning needs, from move in and out cleanings to standard recurring cleanings. We only work with the best cleaners around, and thoroughly vet and train each one before they head into your home. Â
Give us a call or book your cleaning online! Let Mulberry Maids free up your time to do the things you love or explore the local area, like visiting the unique Chapungu Sculpture Park. We look forward to hearing from you soon!