Washing Denim
Don’t like stiff denim? The Laundress Denim Wash is formulated with our Fabric Conditioner to soften denim while preserving the color with our Darks Detergent.
Tools:
Denim Wash
Optional:
Stain Solution, Mesh Washing Bundle, Fabric Fresh, All-Purpose Bleach Alternative.
Pre-treat:
• Examine for stains: pre-treat with The Laundress Stain Solution or The Laundress Wash & Stain Bar. Always treat stains first and pre-soak for most effective removal
• To remove dirt, grease, grime (especially on the hem) treat with our Wash & Stain Bar. Wet bar and work into the fabric. |
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• To remove juice, wine, coffee, pen, chocolate use our Stain Solution and Stain Brush.
• To remove odors: pre-wash or pre-soak with The Laundress Scented Vinegar. Apply vinegar directly on odor areas and work stain solution into the fabric. Soak well.
• Turn your denim inside out. This prevents abrasion and lengthens the life of colorant dyes.
• Do not mix colors, wash with like colors only.
Machine washing:
• Launder blue and dark denim with The Laundress Denim Wash in cold water.
• White denim should be laundered with The Laundress Whites Detergent in hot water to keep looking brand new.
Dry/Finish:
• Hang to dry. Color is best maintained by not using the dryer, that is where most fading occurs. Air drying is always recommended.
Tips and Tricks:
• Hand washing will lengthen the life of colored garments.
• Altering and hemming - wash and dry in a high temperature to maximize the shrinkage…especially for pant legs.
• Embroidered, embellished, broken in, decorative and/or worn holes- Wash on the delicate cycle with The Laundress Mesh Bag and line dry. Do not use the dryer.
• Dark denim - wash your new dark or colored denim alone to prevent issues with dye transfer on other items.
• In between washing and wearing - spray with your favorite scent of The Laundress Fabric Fresh an anti-bacterial and odor removal spray.
For More Recipes:
Visit our other recipes on the left-hand menu and click on “Can I Be Washed” for our fabric washing guide.