How to wash a white bra at home

Washing a white bra is sometimes not as easy as it seems at first glance. This piece of underwear is often dyed from colored clothing, while the edges of the bra and the seams from which it is difficult to remove stains are most affected.

Features of washing a white bra

Bras must not be washed like regular items. These delicate items require more gentle care. Manufacturers recommend hand washing, which does not deform the "bones", do not stretch the bra cups. If washing is carried out in an automatic machine, then it is necessary to use special bags for washing, which are also designed to protect the product from damage and observe the following recommendations:

• Together with the bra, you should wash not heavy items. These can be panties, tank tops or T-shirts Thus, there will be no periodic overbalances in the drum, which negatively affects not only the condition of the machine, but also things;
• Before immersing the product in the drum, you need to fasten the bra clasps. So the bra can be protected from damage;
• Washing should be carried out in a gentle mode (“delicate wash” or similar);
• Foam tabs (if any) must first be pulled out and washed by hand;
• It is forbidden to wring out the product in the machine, so you must select the "No spinning" mode.

It should be noted that today manufacturers are increasingly using artificial fabrics for sewing underwear. Synthetics are well washed and can withstand the effects of numerous bleaches and other stain removers. If, nevertheless, it was possible to find a bra made of natural fabric, then you will have to approach it with more care to clean it from dirt. In this case, it is not recommended:

• use chlorine bleaches;
• wash in an automatic machine.

How to wash a white bra using folk methods

You can also wash a white bra in a number of folk ways, which are considered more gentle in relation to household chemicals. The main condition is to choose the right product so as not to spoil the product and give it its former whiteness.

How to wash a white bra with hydrogen peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is an excellent aid in removing many impurities. She will also help wash a white bra that has been stained with items of other clothing or deodorant. For this:

1. Pour a small amount of peroxide onto the stain.
2. Wait about 15 minutes.
3. Grind thoroughly and rinse under running water.
4. After that, the bra can be washed as usual.

For delicate lace items, a more gentle method is recommended:

1. Pour a liter of warm water into a bowl.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of peroxide.
3. Soak the bra and wash off any dirt.
4. To achieve the best effect, you must leave the bra in this solution for 30 minutes and only then start washing.

How to wash a white bra if it is dyed with aspirin

White bra can be washed with tablets aspirinthat effectively clean fabric paint. Procedure:

1. Several tablets should be crushed.
2. Add a little water to make a gruel.
3. Apply the mixture to the problem area.
4. Leave on for several hours (at least five).
5. Grind and wash with regular powder.

The procedure can be repeated if necessary.

To enhance the effect, citric acid is added to aspirin, which will help wash the white bra. It is necessary:

1. Crush 10 aspirin tablets.
2. Add 2 teaspoons of citric acid.
3. Pour in some water.
4. Apply the resulting gruel to dirt.
5. Leave on for 1 - 2 hours.
6. Wash with regular soap or powder.
7. Rinse thoroughly.

Another ingredient that can enhance the effect and wash a white bra is regular baking soda. Mode of application:

1. Crush 5 aspirin tablets.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda.
3. Pour in a small amount of water.
4. Apply the product to the bra.
5. Wait about 40 minutes.
6. Wash.

You can also add these ingredients to more water and soak your bra in it for an hour and a half, and then wipe off any traces of paint.

How to wash a white bra with blue

The use of blue has been known since ancient times: even grandmothers used this tool, who skillfully gave whiteness to various products. Today, blue can be purchased in many stores in liquid or powder form. Recommended use:

1. Pour some water into the container.
2. Add blue, strictly observing the proportions recommended on the package.
3. Put a bra in the water.
4. Leave it on for a while.
5. Rinse the product.

Ammonia

For the bra to become boiling white, it is necessary to use an ammonia solution or ammonia. For whitening you need:

1. Wash your bra with regular powder.
2. Dissolve water and ammonia in a basin: for 1 liter of liquid 2 tablespoons of ammonia.
3. Soak a bra in the solution.
4. Leave to soak for 10 to 12 hours.
5. Rinse.

You can remove the ammonia odor with a fabric softener. It is used only after the whitening procedure.

Another method of using ammonia:

1. Take 1 tablespoon of ammonia and 1 tablespoon of warm glycerin.
2. Combine the components and pour into 1 liter of water.
3. Pour the resulting contamination with the mixture.
4. Leave the bra on for 2 hours.
5. Wash the product in warm water.

Laundry soap

To wash not only a white bra, but also any other thing, ordinary laundry soap can. There are two ways to apply:

1. Lather all stained areas with soap, after moistening them with water. Leave on for 1 - 2 hours and wash in warm water.
2. Grate with laundry soap. Add the resulting crumb to the water. Stir thoroughly and soak the bra in the solution. Leave to soak for several hours. Then wash.

By boiling

If the type of fabric from which the white bra is made can withstand the heat, then it can be boiled. This requires:

1. Pour water into a container that can be heated.
2. Add a crumble of laundry soap or regular powder.
3. Heat up.
4. Put a bra in the container.
5. Boil until the dirt is completely washed off.

How to wash a white bra at home using specialized products

Oxygen bleaches are the most popular among the products that can wash a white bra. Their use is considered safe for the product, since they are effective, but they are expensive. For those who are not used to saving money, and experiments with folk methods are not suitable, you can also use household chemicals.

• Oxygen bleach from Amway... You need to use the product strictly according to the instructions given. You can apply the product to the product itself, or add it to water and soak a white bra in the solution. You can effectively wash your bra by combining these methods. First, apply bleach to problem areas, and then add it when washing;
• Greenway bleaches... They are completely natural, therefore safe for all types of fabrics. In the line of products there are special plates that are designed for washing underwear. They also contain bleaching agents, so they can be used for cleaning a stained white bra;
• White... A more aggressive substance that perfectly copes with any dirt. The main thing is that the bra fabric can withstand the effects of chlorine. The usage information can be seen on the product label. Pouring whiteness onto fabric is not recommended. It is better to prepare a special solution by adding a cap of whiteness and a tablespoon of powder to 2 liters of water. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and soak a white bra in the solution for 30 - 40 minutes. Then the product must be rinsed under running water;
• Lily of the valley - paste for ruj. This product is capable of removing even traces of fuel oil, so it will definitely cope with prints of fabric paint. To do this, you need to apply a little paste to the bra, grind and wash thoroughly 30 - 40 minutes after application;
• Antipyatin... This soap is also effective. You can simply lather the product, leave it on for a few minutes and wash it. Experienced housewives recommend a slightly different method: first wet the bra, then soap it, leave it for 20 minutes, rinse the product, re-soap it and let it stand for 30 minutes. After that, you can carry out the final wash, in which you need to add fabric softener to the water.

Conclusion

Washing your white bra will be easier if you follow these guidelines and choose the right cleaning agent. In order for the bra to serve for a long time, it is recommended to avoid the use of aggressive substances. Therefore, before starting to use them, it is better to test folk methods, which are a priori more gentle, but no less effective.