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Pour bleach properly to avoid washing machine damage and fabric ruin

Do you use fabric bleach? Make sure to pour it into the correct compartment in the washing machine. Incorrect detergent use can damage the appliance.

Where to pour bleach?
Where to pour bleach?
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5:21 PM EDT, August 14, 2024

White fabrics tend to be yellow and gray over time. There are many ways to restore their original color, but bleaches are the most popular. They don't need to be diluted. Just pour the bleach into the correct compartment. Most of us pour it into the wrong place, which can result in washing machine failure.

How to use bleach in the washing machine?

Most bleaches are based on chlorine and other strong chemicals. Although the effect is visible immediately after washing, improper use of the detergent can damage the fabric. It should be used according to the manufacturer's recommendation. It can be used in two ways— as a rinse (for delicate fabrics) or by pouring a small amount directly into the washing machine.

The detergent should be poured into the compartment designated for pre-wash. It will be used in the first washing phase, ensuring it works quickly without damaging the washing machine or fabrics.

More and more people use home bleaching agents, such as baking soda or vinegar. Where to pour vinegar? If you want to restore the white color of clothes, pour it into the pre-wash compartment. Do you use vinegar to soften clothes? Place it in the drawer designated for fabric softener.

What about baking soda? It should be poured into the compartment designated for pre-wash and main wash. If you want to enhance the bleaching effect, add it directly to the drum.

How much laundry detergent should be added?

Although stores offer dozens of laundry products, powder detergent is the most commonly chosen product. How much powder should be used? It all depends on the level of soiling. For dirty fabrics, use approximately 4 oz of detergent. It should be added to both the pre-wash and main wash compartments. For lightly soiled laundry, the powder can be reduced by half.

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