Revitalize your wardrobe with this simple and effective method to brighten and refresh your clothes. Whether it’s whites that have turned dull or colored garments that need a boost, this recipe will help you achieve brighter, cleaner clothes using natural ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of baking soda
- 1 cup of white vinegar
- 1/2 cup of lemon juice
- 1/2 cup of salt
- Water (enough to fill your washing machine or basin)
- Optional: A few drops of essential oil (like lavender or tea tree) for fragrance
Instructions
- Prepare Your Laundry: Sort your clothes by color. Make sure to wash whites separately from colors to avoid any bleeding.
- Fill the Washer: Add enough water to your washing machine or basin to submerge the clothes you want to brighten.
- Mix the Brightening Solution:
- In a separate bowl, combine the baking soda, white vinegar, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well until it forms a paste.
- Add to Wash: Pour the mixture into the washing machine or basin with your clothes. If using essential oils, add them at this stage.
- Soak: Let the clothes soak for 30 minutes to an hour, allowing the ingredients to penetrate the fabric.
- Wash: After soaking, wash your clothes on the usual cycle with your regular detergent.
- Dry: Hang your clothes to dry in the sun, if possible, as sunlight can help further brighten fabrics.
- Enjoy: Once dry, your clothes should look brighter and fresher!
Feel free to adjust the quantities and ingredients based on your preferences or the size of your laundry load!