Ways and recipes on how to wash a white bra and return it to its original whiteness

A snow-white bra is a classic lingerie option that matches any outfit.

However, it tends to quickly lose its impeccable appearance due to improper washing. And how to do it correctly in order to preserve the whiteness of the product for a long time, we will figure it out.

How to wash a white bra at home manually and with the help of a washing machine, we will tell in the article.

Washing options

White bra can be washed both by hand and with a machine. The latter option is possible only if certain conditions are met. You will find a lot of useful information about washing bras here.

In the washing machine

Machine wash is preferable to hand wash as it is less labor intensive. Before putting snow-white underwear in the drum, prepare it:

• each product is fastened to all available couplings;
• if there are push-up inserts, they are removed;
• sorting is carried out separately from colored things (it is not permissible to wash white and color together);
• put the bra into a special laundry bag or container-spherewhich will not allow the product to deform.

Then, a delicate mode is set on the washer panel at a temperature not exceeding 30 ᵒС, with the obligatory shutdown of the spin cycle. The bra tag, on which the manufacturer gives recommendations for care, will help to determine the mode and temperature.

Then pour into the compartment a liquid detergent or special for washing underwear (it is undesirable to use the powder - it is poorly rinsed).

Manually

It is safer to wash bras with your hands, because this way it is possible to maintain its original shape even with frequent washing. This washing is especially indicated for products made of fine, lace and delicate fabrics.

The algorithm of actions is as follows:

1. The container is filled with warm water and a gentle detergent (gel, shampoo or special liquid) is dissolved in it.You can drop a little of any essential oil for scent.
2. First, the bra is soaked for 20-30 minutes. If the product is very worn, then you can leave it for an hour. It is better to rub the emerging stains on the fabric with a washcloth or a soft brush.
3. Then they proceed directly to washing without the application of special efforts, so that the foam easily appears through the material. You will have to rub the straps harder, since they accumulate the most dirt.
4. At the end of the procedure, the product is thoroughly rinsed under cool tap water. Repeat as many times until soap impurities no longer stand out from the fabric.

You can not squeeze bras by twisting... They just hang them on a clothesline and wait for the excess water to drain. Read about hand washing bras here.

How to whiten a bra at home?

Many people prefer to use folk remedies for bleaching, which are no worse in efficiency than industrial household chemicals, but safer.

Consider the most productive ones that will help return a gray or yellowed bra to its original whiteness.

Soda and salt

Elementary soak is tried first. To do this, dissolve in 5 liters of warm water:

• 4 tbsp. l. baking soda;
• 3 tbsp. l coarse salt;
• 1-2 tbsp. l. washing powder with bleaching properties.

When receiving the solution, it must be thoroughly mixed until the bulk ingredients are completely dissolved. Otherwise, the remaining particles can damage the delicate fabric of the product.

Ammonia to make the color whiter

This remedy can be purchased freely at any pharmacy. Use it to bleach cotton underwear.

Instructions:

1. Dilute alcohol in water at the rate of 40 ml per liter.
2. Place the bra in the solution and leave for 10 hours.
3. Washed by hand or in a typewriter.

To completely eliminate the smell of ammonia from the fabric, a little conditioner is added to the water during the last rinse.

Aspirin

For whitening synthetic guipure bras, it is recommended to use regular pharmacy aspirin.

Proceed as follows:

• dissolve 5-6 tablets in 4 liters of water at room temperature;
• soak the laundry for at least 7 hours;
• after the allotted time, rinse under running water and wash.

Peroxide

This inexpensive remedy is available at any pharmacy. It does a great job on yellowing lace and synthetic bras.

Recommendations for use:

1. Dilute 3% peroxide in water at the rate of 70 ml per 1 liter.
2. The laundry is soaked for 30 minutes.
3. After that, rinse under a tap in cold water.

"White"

Whiteness is considered a universal remedy at all times.

How do they do:

• in three liters of warm water, dilute 50 ml of whiteness and a little bleaching washing powder;
• mix the liquid well until the grains dissolve;
• the product is soaked in the solution for 15-20 minutes;
• then sequentially rinse the bra in warm and cold water.

Special bleaches

There are many different whitening formulations sold in the household department. Thanks to them, you can quickly and without harm to your underwear achieve the desired result.

The most popular remedies are:

1. Vanish - progressive oxygen stain remover for all types of fabrics. Available in powder, shampoo, capsule and gel form.

   Copes with both fresh and old stains of various origins. In addition to cleaning, it disinfects the fabric.

   Add during washing in a machine or water for soaking in an amount according to the instructions.At the same time, the water should not be cold, but within 40 ᵒС. The price of the product varies depending on the form of release and weight - from 100 to 700 rubles.

2. "First snow" - liquid or powder bleach-stain remover without chlorine. Suitable for washing cotton and silk items. It can be used for hand and machine wash.

   The advantage of the product is that it has an antibacterial effect. The cost of a bottle with a capacity of 850 rubles. with a liquid preparation - 103 rubles, cans of 550 g with powder - 85 rubles.

3. "Persol", "Uralsky", "Swan" - powdery stain removers with bleaching properties. They do not contain chlorine. For bleaching, it is enough to dilute 50 grams of powder in warm water (10 liters) and soak a bra in it for a couple of hours.

   These funds are sold in polypropylene packages and cans of 550 and 800 grams. Depending on this, the price will be in the range of 10-80 rubles.

Processing features for various types of fabrics

When washing and bleaching white underwear, it is important to consider the type of fabric from which it is sewn.

Certain prohibitions apply to synthetic products:

• can not be washed in hot water;
• do not use chlorine bleach.

Chlorine bleaching agents are not contraindicated in cotton bras, but they are used with caution. Otherwise, the fabric can quickly become thinner and unusable.

Lace and guipure

Lace and guipure bras have an expensive look and are made of thin expensive fabrics. Therefore, they need more careful handling.

It is especially important to choose the right detergent and bleach detergent - they should not contain chlorine... It is better to first test it for compatibility by applying it to an invisible area of ​​fabric.

In such a situation, ammonia and hydrogen peroxide or laundry soap will be the best option. They more carefully rid the fabric of grayish and yellow plaque. Salt and baking soda and boiling will not work.

It should also be noted that lace and guipure linen must be processed exclusively by hand... Lace and guipure should only be washed in cool water. Otherwise, the products will shrink.

Synthetics

You can bleach synthetic bras using the same methods as lace bras. But sometimes the use of salt and soda is acceptable.

Cotton

Cotton bodices are returned to their crystal whiteness in the following ways:

1. Boiling. In a bulky enamel saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add 200 grams of grated laundry soap.

   The bra is immersed there and boiled for half an hour, not forgetting to constantly stir with a wooden spatula.

   Then rinsed in cold water. If the product has been lying among the things for a long time and has acquired a grayish tint, then 50 ml of ammonia is added to the soap solution.

2. Soak with bleach... In 3 liters of warm water, dissolve 60 ml of bleach (chlorine can be used) and a little washing powder. The laundry is soaked and left for 30 minutes. Then rinse one by one in warm and cool water.
3. Blue. According to the instructions on the package, a solution is prepared in which the linen is placed for 20-25 minutes. Then the product is rinsed and dried.

How to remove yellow sweat stains?

Sweat stains can be easily removed with laundry soap. Moisten the bra, rub it with a soap bar and rinse it after half an hour. Antipyatin soap can be an analogue.

However, old stains can only be removed with strong chemical bleaches:

• optical;
• oxygen;
• chlorine.

The choice depends on the fabric from which the bra is sewn.

Suitable for any fabric, so you don't have to worry about ruining the item. To achieve the maximum possible effect, follow the instructions on the package.

You can clean the bodice in this way:

1. Ammonium, tartaric and citric acid are mixed in a ratio of 5: 5: 2.
2. The resulting slurry is applied locally to dirt and rubbed for 5 minutes.
3. After that, the product is washed in a machine or by hand.

Sweat stains are well washed with aspirin. It is necessary to crush 2 tablets and dissolve in cool water (100-120 ml). The resulting solution is used to treat problem areas on the tissue.

How to dry?

It is important not only to wash your bra correctly, but also to dry it so that it does not lose its original shape.

Professional advice will help with this:

• it is better to dry clothes in the fresh air or in a well-ventilated area;
• it is preferable to hang the bra on a clothesline, but do not use a clothespin to fix it, or on a hanger;
• you can lay out the bodice immediately after the water drains from it, on a terry towel;
• it is undesirable to resort to tumble drying, but in extreme cases, set the "no heating" mode (if any).

You can not dry white underwear on a battery, which is guaranteed to ruin its appearance.

Useful Tips

In order not to be mistaken with the method and mode of washing a white bra, it is recommended that you read the information from the manufacturer on the tag. Drawings will show you how to properly care for the product.

Additionally, a number of recommendations regarding washing and bleaching are taken into account:

• it is unacceptable to use chlorine-containing bleaches in relation to synthetic bras;
• it is not recommended to add conditioner, which leads to a loss of elasticity at the straps;
• bodices with metal bones do not soak for a long time, as the metal can rust and leave unsightly red marks on the fabric;
• when washing in an automatic machine, it is better to remove the metal inserts, since they can fall out and damage the drum;
• it is impossible to turn the cups inside out during drying, which leads to their deformation;
• it is not permissible to rub such delicate products with a rag or a stiff brush, and also use alcohol for cleaning.

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Conclusion

It is advisable to wash your underwear more often, and every day in summer.... This will make washing easier and will keep the bra fresh and whitened for a long time. And compliance with these elementary rules will help in this simple matter.