How to wash so that even old things become like new: 3 ways to remove ingrained stains

08.09.2024 21:37
Updated: 27.09.2024 21:06

Old items often have difficult-to-remove stains that even high-quality professional products cannot handle.

However, resourceful housewives know a few tricks that allow you to restore the cleanliness of any item.

Mustard

This method of washing involves the use of mustard powder, which must be diluted with water to form a paste.

This mixture should be applied to the stained areas, and after two hours the items should be washed in the washing machine.

Hydrogen peroxide and ammonia

If you have found the necessary components for washing, add them to hot water - two tablespoons at a time.

Washing machine
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It is worth soaking clothes in the resulting solution. After an hour, the items must be removed and rinsed in cold water - this way you will be able to get rid of not only dirt, but also grayness and yellowness.

Vegetable oil

Want to remove old stains and restore your clothes to their original color? Add two tablespoons of bleach, washing powder, and vegetable oil to boiling water.

The solution is used to soak items – keep the textiles in it for a couple of hours, then wash them as usual.

Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources

Content
  1. Mustard
  2. Hydrogen peroxide and ammonia
  3. Vegetable oil