As the monsoon season comes, it brings with it the problem of mildew. Mildew is basically a mold i.e. a living organism. It thrives in places and environments that are warm and humid. This is why out clothes get affected by mildew around monsoon season. If you happen to find mildew on you clothes, it is better to act upon them right away. This is because the more time mildew stays on your clothes, the more damage it can cause. In case you do not know how to get mildew out of clothes, we are here at your service. Given below is the complete procedure of removing mildew from clothing.
Getting Mildew Out of Clothes
Items Needed
- Brush
- Water
- Detergent
- Chlorine Bleach
Procedure
- First of all, take the clothes soiled by mildew out of the closet. It is best to take them out in the driveway/garden.
- Now, take a brush and rub off the loose mold growth.
- Leave your clothes outside, in the sun, for a couple of hours. The sunrays and heat will kill the mildew.
- Soak the stains that have remained after brushing, in cold water.
- Take some detergent and wash the clothes in hot water.
- Do not dry the clothes in the machine. Allow them to dry in the sun.
- In case the mildew stains still remain, prepare a diluted solution of chlorine bleach. Put 2 tbsp bleach in 1 quart (little less than 1 liter) of water.
- Soak the stains with this diluted solution and put the clothes aside for 10 min.
- Now, take warm water and rinse the clothes properly.
- Wash the clothes as usual, rinse them and put them in the sun, to dry.
Tips
- In case of non-washable clothes, it is better to go to the drycleaner. Make sure to identify the stain before handing over the clothes.
- Do not use chlorine bleach in case of silk, wool, nylon and spandex clothing. It might damage them.
