How to wash by hand?

Modern housewives practically do not know how to wash things by hand. This skill seems useless to them. However, the ability to wash things yourself must be mastered. After all, the “mechanical assistant” can suddenly break down, and some clothes even require delicate and careful washing, which sometimes even the most gentle automatic machine cannot handle.

Hand washing is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance. It will require only soiled clothes, a basin, water of a certain temperature (depending on the nature of the fabric), detergent, rinse aid and rubber gloves. The last item on the list may puzzle you, but The presence of gloves is simply necessary to maintain the health and beauty of your hands. Chemicals mercilessly corrode the top layer of the skin and redness and cracks form on the hands.

It is advisable to place the basin in such a way that your back is not in constant tension. To do this, you need a stool or a board that is securely fixed on the sides of the bath. Next, pay attention to dirty laundry. Light-colored items should be washed first, and less soiled clothing should also be washed first.Items with stubborn stains are best left for later and subjected to a more thorough treatment.

Having collected water in a basin, you must deal with the powder or detergent. Pour or pour the substance into a container. Wait for it to dissolve completely. Undissolved powder can clog between the seams and leave streaks.

Then proceed to soak your clothes. The dirtier the item, the longer it will take to soak. If the laundry is not very dirty, then it is necessary to soak it for 10 - 20 minutes. Try not to overexpose the laundry in the basin, otherwise it will get an unpleasant smell.

The last step will be rinsing. For him, you will need to change the water and rinse things two to three times. The squeaking of water on the fingers in which the rinse occurs is a good sign. This means that the item is well rinsed.

Do not forget about laundry with special dirt that is very difficult to remove. Treat the stain on the clothes with a special substance and set aside. If you are having trouble identifying the origin of the dirt, then use the all-purpose stain remover from the manufacturer you prefer.

After the whole procedure, hang the clothes to dry, before shaking each item. Thus, ironing will be much easier and faster.

In order to properly wash by hand, you must select the correct water temperature. Most often, it is indicated on the tag of a textile item.If the tag is cut off, then in this case you will have to navigate by the nature of the material.

Cotton and linen products can be washed at any temperature, as they endure hand washing without consequences and do not shrink. But if you had to wash large-sized items made of natural fabric, then it is best to soak them in warm, not hot water.

Natural silk and wool are preferably washed at a temperature of 30-40°C. It is not necessary to wring out such clothes. Let her drain. For things made of viscose, cool water up to 30 ° C is suitable. Synthetics should preferably be washed at a water temperature of 40-50°C. Combined materials (cotton + nylon, wool + lavsan) are washed at a water temperature of 45-50 ° C.

The next equally important feature is the choice of detergent. It can be powder, washing gel, laundry soap or chlorine bleach. It all depends on your preferences. Here are some tips for choosing:

• Powders for hand washing are less harmful to the skin of the hands and are considered the standard in use.
• Washing gel is also widely used by housewives. Perfect for products intended for washing at low water temperatures. It dissolves quickly, but is less effective in cool water. Thanks to this product, you will easily part with any pollution. The disadvantage of this tool is the high price.
• If you are allergic to household chemicals, then laundry soap will be a life-saving solution. It does not harm the skin at all and is excellent at removing stains on clothes of any kind.
• You can use chlorine bleach to wash white natural fabrics.This tool will not only brilliantly do its job, but also save clothes from dullness.
• Oxygen bleach attracts the attention of most because it is able to cope with even the most serious pollution. However, such a weapon against stains is very detrimental to the skin. Therefore, it is better to resort to this solution in the most extreme cases.
• The conditioner is rarely used as an independent detergent. Most often it is used together with powder in order to give clothes softness and fragrance.

Before revealing the secrets of washing clothes, let's figure out what things fall into the list of unsuitable for washing in a washing machine. These include:

• silk products;
• cashmere;
• Underwear;
• wool sweaters for men;
• delicate blouses;
• lace products;
• clothes covered with unstable paint.

Underwear is changed every day, so it is better to immediately analyze the nuances of washing such products. It is undesirable to wash clothes in too hot water. If the thing is lace, then do not try to rub it and turn it inside out. Cotton linen can be soaked in water diluted with vinegar before washing. Bleach is also not recommended. A special solution will help facilitate washing, which is one spoonful of soda per three liters of water.

Particular attention should be paid to things made of wool. With improper care, such products can significantly deform and stretch. It is better not to wash such things if they do not have noticeable, clearly visible stains. But if wet cleaning cannot be avoided, then adhere to the following rules:

• turn things inside out before washing;
• use liquid detergent. It dissolves faster and rinses out;
• water should not be higher than 35 ° C;
• rinse thoroughly;
• stock up on water, as washing wool will require a lot of liquid;

• if the dirt is very deep, then in no case use chlorine bleach, it is better to use an acetic solution;
• you can also purchase a special stain remover for wool;
• use a towel when wringing.

If you do not follow strict drying rules, then the wool product may stretch. Do not squeeze the thing to the end. Leave it in an empty bowl so that all the liquid is drained from it. Shake well and straighten clothes after washing. Dry the item flat on another fabric, such as a towel or sheet. Periodically turn the item and the fabric underneath. If the temperature in the house is too low, then use a hair dryer to dry faster.

Before proceeding with the removal of dirt on shoes, it is necessary to determine the structure of the material of the product, its resistance to detergents, the strength of the joints, etc. Most often, shoes that can be washed by hand include:

• slippers;
• sneakers;
• ballet shoes;
• sneakers;
• moccasins.

But there are also products that are undesirable to wash. These are the shoes:

• leather;
• varnished;
• suede;
• fur;
• sheepskin.

If your product is not included in the latest list, feel free to proceed with the action. First, clean the upper part of the shoe from adhering dirt with a brush. If the surface of the product is delicate, moisten the dirt first.Use a jet of running water to remove dirt from the sole. Using a match, remove small stones from the tread. If chewing gum sticks to the sole, wrap the boot in polyethylene and send it to the freezer. After three or four hours, you can easily get rid of the adhering trouble, just by picking it up with a knife.

No matter what accessory you are going to wash, you will need:

• basin;
• washing powder or stain remover;
• sponge;
• brush;
• ammonia;
• vinegar;
• lemon juice;
• alcohol;
• ground coffee or black tea (if the product is black).

Umbrellas often fall under the category of accessories, which really help us out in rainy weather. To clear this useful attribute, you need to:

• pour into a deep bowl of warm water;
• pour the powder into a container with water and wait for it to dissolve (you can also use a concentrate for cleaning dishes);
• put an open umbrella in the resulting solution for 30 minutes;
• then carefully wipe the surface with a brush;
• rinse the product under running water or in the shower;
• shake off any remaining liquid;
• hang in a well ventilated area.

Not suitable for machine wash and nylon tights and white handbags. If the item is made of dense, rough material, soak a small piece of cloth in a concentrated detergent solution before cleaning. Then gently wipe greasy and excessively soiled areas with a cloth.When the accessory dries, start lubricating it with a colorless shoe cream, and polish it after 40 minutes.

At home, you can wash even a blanket or blanket by hand. To do this, pre-soak textiles. It is advisable not to squeeze such things, but to let them drain on their own.

Observing all of the above nuances, you can cope with the washing of any textile product.

The principle of sorting clothes by color is similar to sorting in a machine wash. White linen is washed separately from multi-colored linen. Bright clothes are also sorted by color - for example, black to black, yellow to yellow. Items that require delicate washing are also recommended to be placed in a separate basket.

Owners need to consider the following points:

• If you have in your hands a product made of thin cotton fabric that needs to be washed by hand, then use water at a temperature of 40-65 ° C.
• A laundry detergent that does not require additional use of rinse aid is considered to be the universal product Laska.
• For washing wool products, a detergent called Lanolin is perfect. It contains a natural oil that is secreted from the skin of sheep to protect their wool. Thanks to this tool, your thing will remain soft and not damaged. This substance can be found both in hardware stores and on Internet sites.
• If there are no special detergents in your house, then turn to the shelf with baby shampoo and liquid soap for help. This household chemical product is also suitable for delicate cleaning of things.

• If the dirt does not come off the clothes, you can turn to the auxiliary attributes for washing. Brushes with soft and hard bristles will easily remove deeply absorbed stains.
• Clothespins come in handy when hanging clothes.
• If your shoes have laces, then don't be afraid to wash them with your other underwear. Of course, also observing the "rule of color".
• An old toothbrush will help clean the insoles from dirt. Thoroughly lather the product with laundry soap and rub it on both sides with a brush.

For information on how to wash things by hand, see the following video.