What to do if towels smell bad after washing: a life-saving remedy

02.07.2023 08:14

Washing terry towels does not always produce the desired result.

Often the products remain hard and may also retain an unpleasant odor.

If this happened, then first you need to understand the reasons.

Often the problem occurs due to a washing machine not working properly: sometimes the device itself stains the clothes.

It is possible that the problem is in the wrong washing mode or low quality of the detergent.

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Or perhaps the owner simply put wet towels in the basket for a long time. Then a breeding ground for microorganisms appears, and therefore, for the appearance of an extra smell.

If the cause is identified, the problem must be eliminated. But how to save an unpleasantly smelling product?

The answer is simple: the towel needs to be washed again. But this time, using an additional product.

What product should I use?

Baking soda helps eliminate unpleasant odors.

This product has not only sorbent but also disinfectant properties.

Therefore, soda will not only absorb the stench, but also deal with its source (if the problem is bacteria), and will also restore softness to the items.

To re-wash the towels, do the following: pour sodium bicarbonate into the powder compartment (35-40 grams per kilogram of items) and run a full wash cycle. The temperature should be 60 °C.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief