Little feminine tricks, or how to properly wash bras by hand

Washing bras is a must for maintaining hygiene and attractive appearance of underwear.

Manual processing allows you to take the most careful care of bras, but it is necessary to take into account a number of rules and restrictions.

We'll tell you how to properly wash bras by hand in this article.

By hand or by machine: what to choose?

All basic information about the washing features of the product is indicated on the label. If there is a strict ban on using a washing machine, you will have to process the item by hand.

In addition, manual cleaning is indicated in the following cases:

• the label for the item has been lost, and there is no way to know for sure whether the bra can be washed in a washing machine or not;
• no special available spherical container or laundry bag linen;
• if there are stains, they must be washed by hand - the standard washing cycle will not cope with complex stains;
• the bra is very worn, the material has become shabby;
• a large amount of decor (stones, rhinestones, etc.);
• lack of a washing machine;
• There is damage that, even after repair, excludes machine washing.

Preparing your bra for washing

The correct approach to washing bras involves regular washing.Those items that are not worn out and have not lost their appearance due to previous washing or improper drying are washed much better and with higher quality.

Before you start washing, you must:

1. Inspect the product for defects - torn places, torn fasteners, etc. They must be removed before washing.
2. If there are stains, start removing them.
3. If the model has a removable push-up, it should be pulled out.
4. Sort items by color.
5. Prepare detergent and wash basin.

Without proper preparation, washing your bra can result in damage to the item. Find general recommendations for washing bras here.

Instructions

As a guide to action, you need to take the recommendations of the bra manufacturer, which he gives on the label.

If the item is very sweaty and there are unsightly stains on it, Pre-soaking in this solution can help:

• pour 2 liters of water into a basin;
• dissolve 2 tablespoons of baking soda and 2 tablespoons of salt;
• stir;
• place the bra for half an hour;
• rinse;
• wash in the usual way.

The general approach to washing involves the following steps:

1. Pour water at a temperature of no more than +40? C into the prepared basin. A higher temperature can lead to deformation of the product, and cold water will make the treatment ineffective.
2. Pour detergent into the basin according to the instructions for the specific product.
3. Submerge your bra in water.
4. If there are stains from sweat or other signs of wear, these places should be soaped with laundry soap.
5. Soak for a quarter of an hour. Bras without gel or foam cup seals can be soaked for an hour.
6. Wash, paying attention to soiled areas and straps. If the water becomes dirty after soaking, it must be drained.After this, draw water again and dilute the detergent in it.
7. Rinse the item thoroughly. Preferably under running water.
8. Let the water drain.
9. Excess moisture must be squeezed out by placing the bra between two terry towels.

Choosing a detergent

Choosing the right laundry detergent is very important. The fabrics used to sew most models are delicate.

If it is not there, the following substitutes can be used:

• universal gels;
• ecogels;
• gels for children's clothing.

Liquid detergent is preferable to powder detergent. It dissolves better, providing good penetration between the fibers of the material.

After washing, such substances are easier to rinse out. Granular powders dissolve less easily and may remain on the material even after rinsing.

Do not use fabric softener when washing your bra.. Despite aromatizing and softening things, its use is not advisable. Its effect on straps and other areas with elastic bands impairs their elasticity and causes rapid wear of the parts.

If you don’t have a suitable detergent at home and you need to do laundry, you can use hair shampoo.

How does color affect processing?

Bras of different colors require a separate approach to washing. You can only wash items of the same shade or similar shades at a time, this is due to the likelihood of fabric shedding.

In addition to the means “for black” and “for white” things, If you have colored laundry, you will need liquid laundry detergent “Color”. They can be used to wash not only bras in bright colors, but also those with a printed pattern.

If the product uses fabric of a different color other than white or black, then you must choose universal gels for washing.

Methods and recipes for how to wash a white bra and return it to its original whiteness are presented Here.

How to dry?

The retention of its shape largely depends on how properly the bra is dried. Several drying methods can be used:

1. Place the bra on a horizontal plane on a terry towel. As soon as it gets wet, replace the underlying fabric with a dry one.
2. Hang at room temperature, evenly distributing the load over the middle of the product.

It is not advisable to hang it by the straps if there are cup seals. When drying, it is necessary to ensure that the compacted cups do not become deformed, otherwise, after drying, it will be almost impossible for them to return to their original appearance.

Prohibitions on drying:

• The product should not be placed in the open sun or on heating or heating devices;
• Do not twist the product trying to remove all the water.

Recommendations

It's faster and easier to wash bras by hand The following recommendations will help:

1. It is advisable to carry out the very first wash after purchasing the item, even before the first wear.
2. The maximum number of times you can wear a bra before washing is 3 times, for whites 1-2, for sports - 1.
3. After washing, you should not twist or squeeze the bra too much to avoid deforming it.
4. At the same time as your bra, you can wash T-shirts, tank tops, panties and other delicate items of similar color and loose texture in the basin.
5. Long-term soaking for products with gel or foam cups is undesirable, as they have metal bones.

Conclusion

Hand washing is a universal option for processing any bras. Even items that are machine washable will last longer if washed only by hand..

During the processing process, it is necessary to adhere to strict rules and strictly follow the manufacturer's recommendations.