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

A snow-white bra is a classic version of underwear that goes with any outfit.

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

We'll tell you in this article how to wash a white bra at home, either manually or using a washing machine.

Washing options

A white bra can be washed either manually or using an automatic washing machine. The latter option is only possible if certain conditions are met. You will find a lot of useful information about washing bras here.

In the washing machine

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

• each product is fastened to all available couplings;
• if there are push-up inserts, they are removed;
• sorted separately from colored items (washing white and colored items together is prohibited);
• put the bra in a special laundry bag or container-sphere, which will not allow the product to deform.

Then set the delicate mode on the washing machine panel at a temperature not exceeding 30? C, with the obligatory shutdown of the spin cycle. The tag on the bra, on which the manufacturer gives recommendations for care, will help you determine the mode and temperature.

Manually

It is safer to wash bras by hand, since this way it is possible to maintain its original shape even with frequent washing. This type of washing is especially recommended for items made of thin, lace and delicate fabrics.

The algorithm of actions is as follows:

1. Fill the container with warm water and dissolve a gentle detergent (gel, shampoo or special liquid) in it. You can add a little bit of any essential oil for aroma.
2. First, soak the bra for 20-30 minutes. If the product is very worn, you can leave it for an hour. It is better to rub the visible stains on the fabric with a washcloth or soft brush.
3. Then they proceed directly to washing without applying much effort, so that the foam easily appears through the material. You will have to rub the straps harder, since they accumulate the most dirt.
4. Upon completion of the procedure, the product is thoroughly rinsed under cool tap water. Repeat as many times as possible until soap impurities no longer come out of the fabric.

Bras should not be squeezed out by twisting. They simply hang them on a clothesline and wait for the excess water to drain. Read about hand washing bras Here.

How to bleach your bra at home?

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

Let's look at the most productive ones that will help restore a gray or yellowed bra to its original whiteness.

Soda and salt

First they try basic soaking. 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, you must mix it thoroughly until the bulk ingredients are completely dissolved. Otherwise, remaining particles may damage the delicate fabric of the product.

Ammonia to make the color whiter

This product can be freely purchased at any pharmacy. It is used to whiten 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. Wash by hand or machine.

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

Aspirin

To whiten 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 has passed, rinse under running water and wash.

Peroxide

This inexpensive product is sold at any pharmacy.It copes well with the yellowness of lace and synthetic bras.

Recommendations for use:

1. Dilute 3% peroxide in water at the rate of 70 ml per 1 liter.
2. Soak the laundry for 30 minutes.
3. After this, rinse under the tap in cold water.

"White"

Whiteness is considered a universal remedy for all times.

How to do it:

• 50 ml of white and a little bleaching washing powder are diluted in three liters of warm water;
• mix the liquid well until the grains dissolve;
• soak the product in the solution for 15-20 minutes;
• then rinse the bra successively in warm and cold water.

Special bleaches

There are many different bleaching compounds sold in hardware stores. Thanks to them, you can quickly and without harm to your underwear achieve the desired result.

Here are the most popular means:

1. Vanish – a progressive oxygen stain remover for all types of fabrics. Available in the form of powder, shampoo, capsules and gel.

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

   When washing in the machine, add water for soaking in the amount according to the instructions. At the same time, the water should not be cold, but within 40? C. The price of the product varies depending on the form of release and weight - from 100 to 700 rubles.

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

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

3. "Persol", "Ural", "Swan" — powdered stain removers with whitening properties. They do not contain chlorine. To bleach, just dilute 50 grams of powder in warm water (10 liters) and soak your bra in it for a couple of hours.

   These products are sold in polypropylene packages and jars 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 made.

There are certain prohibitions regarding synthetic products:

• cannot be washed in hot water;
• do not use chlorine-containing bleaches.

Chlorine bleaches are not contraindicated for cotton bras, but they should be used with caution. Otherwise, the fabric can quickly become thin and become unusable.

Lace and guipure

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

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

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

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

Synthetics

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

Cotton

Cotton bodices are restored to crystal whiteness in the following ways:

1. Boiling. In a large enamel saucepan, bring 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 rinse in cold water. If the product has been lying among things for a long time and has acquired a grayish tint, then add 50 ml of ammonia to the soap solution.

2. Soaking with bleach. Dissolve 60 ml of bleach (chlorine is possible) and a little washing powder in 3 liters of warm water. Soak the laundry and leave for 30 minutes. Then rinse alternately in warm and cool water.
3. Blue. According to the instructions on the package, prepare a solution into which the laundry is placed for 20-25 minutes. Then the product is rinsed and dried.

How to remove yellow sweat stains?

It is quite easy to remove sweat stains using laundry soap. Wet the bra, rub it with a bar of soap and rinse it after half an hour. An analogue could be Antipyatin soap.

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 made.

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 this way:

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

Aspirin washes off sweat stains well. Crush 2 tablets and dissolve in cool water (100-120 ml). The resulting solution is used to treat problem areas on the fabric.

How to dry?

It is important not only to wash the 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 room;
• It is preferable to hang the bra on a clothesline, but do not use clothespins for fixation, or on a hanger;
• you can lay out the bodice immediately after the water has drained from it, on a terry towel;
• It is not advisable to resort to machine drying, but as a last resort, set the “no heat” mode (if available).

You cannot dry white underwear on a radiator, which is guaranteed to ruin its appearance.

Useful tips

In order not to make a mistake with the method and mode of washing a white bra, it is recommended that you read the information from the manufacturer on the tag. The drawings will tell 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 on synthetic bras;
• It is not recommended to add conditioner, which leads to loss of elasticity of the straps;
• bodices with metal underwires are not soaked 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, as they can fall out and damage the drum;
• When drying, you should not turn the cups inside out, which leads to their deformation;
• Such delicate products should not be rubbed with a rag or a stiff brush, nor should alcohol be used for cleaning.

Video on the topic

This video will show you how to bleach a darkened white bra:

Conclusion

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