Washing some of your best clothes by hand?!

 

Sometimes washing some of your best clothes by hand can be the best way to go. (Or you can be player like me and teach someone else to do it for you by hand!) In any case, just follow these few simple rules and make the end result a good one!

 

Check out this step-by-step process:

 

First, sort the clothes by color, so you are washing whites, light and dark colors separately.

 

Next, check the care labels carefully to see if the clothes need washing in cold or hand-hot water and whether there are instructions about detergent type. It’s best to use liquids because they dissolve quickly and don’t contain bleach.

 

Check the care labels to see if the clothes need washing in cold or hand-hot water and whether there are instructions about detergent type. It’s best to use liquids because they dissolve quickly and don’t contain bleach.

 

Make sure the washing product has completely dissolved before adding the clothes.

 

Add the clothes to the water. If they are heavily stained you may want to leave them to soak. But first make sure that the articles are suitable for soaking.

 

Wash the clothes with your hands for a minute or two – then rinse two or three times until the water runs clear. If you have damaged or sensitive skin you should avoid prolonged contact with the wash solution and always rinse and dry your hands after use.

 

Delicates: Use detergents that are designed for delicate washing. Persil Silk & Wool is ideal.

 

Modern fabrics: Hand washing with high suds powder or liquid is suitable for most modern fabrics. And if you wish you can use low suds automatic powders too. We don’t recommend using capsules or tablets.

 

Woolens: Be sure to check that the care label.

 

Now you’re on your way to being a professional washer. Now get busy and wash dem clothes!