How to bleach dyed white clothes

As always, vinegar once again becomes our number 1 ally in cleaning the home and clothing is no exception. Thanks to the acidic components that make up vinegar, it is excellent for removing stains, disinfecting and removing the most difficult dirt. Therefore, in the case of white clothes, vinegar is ideal for getting rid of yellow stains such as those that appear in the armpit, as well as for remove dye and ink stains. For this you will need:

Ingredients

• 1 cup of vinegar (white is best, but can be apple or wine).
• 2 liters of water.
• 1 tablespoon of liquid detergent.

Elaboration

1. Fill the bucket with two liters of water (it can be more or less without a problem) and add the cup of vinegar to the tablespoon of detergent. Stir well to integrate.
2. Immerse the clothing or area of ​​said clothing where the stain occurs and leave it rest for a whole night. If the garment is a little delicate, it is better to leave it for an hour and check its condition before leaving it for longer, but at most leave it for three hours straight.
3. Take the garment out of the mixture and wash it directly to the washing machine or wash it by hand with cold water.
4. Let it dry in the open air and repeat if the stain has not completely come out.

In the case of armpit stains, you can add a splash of vinegar directly to the area and wash as you normally do. You can also add 1/4 cup of bleach to the mixture instead of detergent to enhance the effect of vinegar, however, check the labels on your garment carefully to avoid damage.

Here you can learn more about How to wash clothes with vinegar.

Hydrogen peroxide is excellent for getting rid of stains on white clothes and, especially, those caused by colored clothing. You can use hydrogen peroxide with the help of two other ingredients, depending on the intensity of the stain, with detergent being more effective for light stains and ammonia for others that are more difficult to remove. Take note:

Hydrogen peroxide with detergent

This trick is super effective on woolen garments or those whose ink or dye stains from other colored garments are fainter.

1. Dissolve 1 tablespoon of detergent in a little water.
2. Add 3 tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide.
3. Soak said piece for about a few 30 minutes.
4. Next, wash the garment as usual.

Hydrogen peroxide with ammonia

To use this trick to whiten dyed white clothes, follow these simple steps, but keep in mind that it is recommended for large, very dry stains and for clothes that are not delicate.

1. Fill a bucket with water and add 3 tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide with about 5 drops of ammonia.
2. Soak the garment for 5 minutes.
3. After this time, wash the white garment as you normally do.

In this other post we tell you how to whiten towels with hydrogen peroxide.

lemon juice It is known worldwide for its effectiveness against stains, this is due to its incredible antibacterial, disinfectant and whitening properties. Its effect does not change much with clothing and it is an excellent option in case of emergency, in which you do not have time to wash your clothes or let them soak. To use this homemade trick to whiten white clothes and remove stains In it follow these steps:

1. Cut a lemon in half or quarters.
2. Directly rub the lemon against the stain and let its juice penetrate the fabric.
3. Place it in direct sun and watch how much it bleaches. Of course, you have to be really careful so that the garment does not become too discolored and damaged.
4. When the stain has completely disappeared, avoid exposure to the sun If you need to go out or wash it as usual to remove any lemon residue.

Bleach is well known for its whitening power and in this case we are referring to laundry bleach, which is used only for white clothing, since common bleach or bleach used for cleaning is extremely strong and can damage your garment, leaving the fabrics very weak and even tearing the clothes. This trick is really simple and super effective to get rid of the most difficult stain:

1. Fill a container or basin with water and add a little powdered laundry soap and a generous splash of bleach.
2. Place the piece inside and let it soak for about two hours.
3. Take it out, wring out a little excess water with soap and bleach, and wash the garment as you normally do.

Now that you know how to whiten dyed white clothes, don’t miss this article on How to Whiten Yellowed Clothes.

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