Bleach, Forget It: The Ingredient Laundries Really Use for White Clothes

Bleach is a common household product used for whitening and disinfecting. While it can be effective, if used incorrectly, it often does more harm than good. Professional laundries rely on a safer and more effective alternative.

Problems with Bleach

• Harsh on fabrics: Can shrink, yellow, or damage delicate materials like silk and lace.

• Overdosing issues: Using too much can destroy cotton fibers and leave stains instead of whitening.

• Mixing mistakes: Never mix white and colored clothing when bleaching.

Safe Usage Tips

• Use no more than 175 ml of bleach per full washing load.

• Always add bleach in the washing machine drawer, never directly on clothes.

• For hand washing, dilute bleach with warm water—never apply it pure.

The Better Alternative: Baking Soda

Laundries often prefer baking soda as a natural solution. It is slightly alkaline and offers whitening, cleaning, and deodorizing power without damaging fabrics.

How to Use:

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