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How to deal with smelly laundry for a family?
Families often encounter smelly laundry, whether from sweat, mildew, or other sources. Eliminating these odors effectively is a common concern.
📅 Created: 4/24/2025, 7:20:45 PM
- Wash smelly laundry promptly.5
- Solution -> Don't let damp or sweaty clothes sit in the laundry basket for too long, as this can encourage the growth of odor-causing bacteria and mildew.
- Explanation -> Washing clothes promptly helps to prevent odors from setting in.
- any notes required -> If you can't wash immediately, air out the clothes.
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solution - Use hot water for durable fabrics.4
- Solution -> For durable fabrics like towels, sheets, and heavily soiled clothes, wash them in hot water to kill odor-causing bacteria.
- Explanation -> Hot water is more effective at sanitizing and removing odors than cold or warm water.
- any notes required -> Check garment care labels to ensure the fabric can withstand hot water.
📌 diy 🛠️ Washing machine4/24/2025, 7:20:45 PM
solution - Add baking soda to the wash.5
- Solution -> Add about half a cup of baking soda to the washing machine along with your regular detergent to help neutralize odors.
- Explanation -> Baking soda is a natural deodorizer and can effectively remove many types of smells from laundry.
- any notes required -> Ensure the baking soda dissolves properly in the water.
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solution - Use white vinegar in the rinse cycle.4
- Solution -> Add about half a cup to one cup of white vinegar to the fabric softener dispenser or directly into the rinse cycle.
- Explanation -> Vinegar helps to break down odors and detergent residue. The vinegar smell will dissipate as the clothes dry.
- any notes required -> Do not use vinegar with bleach.
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solution - Use an odor-removing laundry detergent.4
- Solution -> Choose a laundry detergent that is specifically formulated to remove odors, especially for sports clothes or musty items.
- Explanation -> These detergents often contain enzymes that target and break down odor-causing molecules.
- any notes required -> Follow the detergent instructions for the best results.
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solution - Ensure clothes are completely dry.5
- Solution -> Make sure clothes are completely dry before storing them, as dampness can lead to mildew and musty smells.
- Explanation -> Proper drying prevents the growth of odor-causing microorganisms.
- any notes required -> If air drying, ensure good ventilation.
📌 diy 🛠️ Clothesline or drying rack4/24/2025, 7:20:45 PM
solution - For persistent odors, consider soaking in an oxygen bleach solution.3
- Solution -> For clothes with stubborn odors, soak them in a solution of oxygen bleach (like OxiClean) and warm water for a few hours or overnight before washing as usual.
- Explanation -> Oxygen bleach is effective at breaking down organic matter that causes odors.
- any notes required -> Follow the product instructions for the correct ratio of oxygen bleach to water.
📌 diy 🛠️ Basin or tub4/24/2025, 7:20:45 PM
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