Rules for caring for new clothes: should you wash and why?

Buying new things is always a joyful and pleasant experience. To make the thing look presentable, many neglect the washing of new clothes and immediately send the clothes to the closet.

Should I immediately hang it up in the dressing room or put it on the shelf with other things after the purchase? Can purchased items be worn without washing and do new items and linen need to be washed after purchase in a store?

Is it worth it?

Before things go to retail outlets, they undergo a lot of processing. To make the product look presentable, it goes through the following procedures:

1. Whitening. The finished fabric is soaked in chemical solutions in order for the textile to acquire the required shade;
2. Coloring. Clothes are dyed with persistent compounds or an image is applied to it;
3. Pre-sale preparation... Finished garments are coated with special water-repellent emulsions, formaldehyde resin, etc. These substances keep the items in a presentation.

Since clothes are exposed to a lot of chemical treatments, they must be washed before wearing.

In favor of processing new things other arguments can be made:

• clean clothes are always more pleasant to the touch, do not emit extraneous odors;
• Washing clothes prevents the transfer of harmful germs that have accumulated on the garments when other people try them on.

What happens if store clothes are not washed after purchase?

Dermatologists say that all chemical compounds used in the manufacture of clothing can cause allergies, irritation and rashes on the skin.

In many countries there are restrictions on the use of formaldehyde in fabric processing, but not all are enforced.

To give whiteness to things, textiles are soaked in bleach or hydrogen peroxide. If you wear bleached garments without pre-washing, there is a risk of irritation, severe contact dermatitis.

Various bacteria may be present on purchased textiles and breathing secretions from other people who tried it on before you bought the new thing. Contact with germs increases the risk of contracting various types of infections.

Do all wardrobe items need to be washed?

Before throwing new things into the wash, you should carefully read the information on the label. Some wardrobe items are recommended to be dry cleaned, for example outerwear.

It is highly not recommended to wash leather, suede, membrane shoes, as they can deform and become unusable. You can destroy bacteria and fungus by placing the purchase in a bag with a small amount of formalin for a day.

In the absence of a solution, ordinary vinegar or alcohol will come to the rescue.... Alternatively, you can simply wipe the inside of your shoe with antibacterial wipes, cologne, or alcohol.

We erase correctly

Some people think that new things after washing can shrink, fade, and lose their presentable appearance. To avoid such problems, you should always study the tag located on the product.

Products for adults

First of all, you should pay attention to the material from which the thing is made:

1. Cashmere, wool or silk clothing should only be hand washed in cool water.
2. Cotton products can be processed both by hand and by means of a washing machine at a water temperature of 30-40 degrees.
3. Synthetics are boldly thrown into the machine and machine pressed.

In addition to the material from which the product is made, it is important to pay attention to the color scheme of clothing.

Key recommendations:

1. Black clothes washed at low temperature conditions (no more than 30 degrees) with a small amount of powder. For dark clothes, it is better to use liquid gels, as free-flowing powders often contain bleaches, chlorine, etc.
2. Colored garments of similar shades can be washed together. Before you put the product in the washing machine, you need to make sure that it will not be heavily colored. To do this, a small part of the product is immersed in hot water, after which the wet part is drawn over a white cloth. If the material is colored, then the first wash is best done by hand and in cold water.

For newborns

Washing new clothes for young children is a must. When handling things for the little ones you must adhere to the following recommendations:

• you need to wash things with a special product for babies. Also use baby or regular laundry soap. After this method of washing, rinse the products thoroughly;
• it is not recommended to use conditioners and rinses. A remedy with the safest composition can harm the baby: cause an allergic reaction or severe cough;
• after washing, all things should be thoroughly ironed and steamed.

You can learn how to wash clothes for babies here.

Underwear

Manufacturers often recommend hand washing this category of products. If you do not have enough time to handle the laundry with your hands, you can use the machine. The delicate or hand wash mode is optimal.

Liquid gels or capsules are suitable for washing such items.... Powder grains may not dissolve and may get stuck in the lace trim.

It is not recommended to wash underwear of different colors together. White items will turn gray, and bright items can fade and lose their former attractiveness.

If you want to know how to wash your bra, read this article.

Bedding

Proper processing of a new set of linen will help to achieve a positive result and keep the products fresh and beautiful.

Basic recommendations for washing bed linen:

• the new set is best handled by hand. Optimally suitable water temperature - up to 40 degrees;
• it is forbidden to use bleaches, stain removers and conditioners;
• loose washing powder should be replaced with liquid gel;
• it is not recommended to wash several sets together at once;
• duvet cover and pillowcases must be turned inside out.

The washed products should be ironed in time. Do not store wrinkled linen on the shelves, as the fabric will wear out and stretch faster.

You can find out about washing bedding here.

Footwear

Not all types of shoes can be wetted, especially with powders... New shoes after washing can deform, lose their former attractive appearance.

Read about how to wash your shoes here).

Conclusion

Washing new clothes can and should be done. Any wardrobe item undergoes a large number of chemical treatments. Wearing such a product, a person runs the risk of getting dermatitis or irritation.

Don't worry about new items fading or shrinking. Observing all the rules and recommendations, you will keep the presentation of the product.