7 ways to make your clothes last longer

Wearing your clothes when they are new is a joy, but what happens when they get a little old and start to fade?

These clothing care tips by getsetclean will help you maintain your clothes and ensure they last as long as possible.

Read wash care labels

It is very important to read the fabric care label on all your clothes. If the wash care label suggests a cold water wash or dry clean only, it is essential to follow those instructions. Doing so helps preserve these garments.

Always sort laundry

When you wash your clothes in a machine, they mix with each other as they move around. It is important to sort your laundry to protect your clothes from colour transferring, getting pulled due to metal zippers and so on. If you don’t sort your laundry, it could also damage those delicate items you would like to protect. So always sort your laundry before washing.

Pre-treat stains

Always pre-treat any stains with a simple cleaning solution. Take a cup of water. In it, mix 1 tsp. of detergent and mix well. If you are hand-washing your garments, use a detergent powder. You can use Surf Excel Easy Wash for this as it is easily available in the market. Check the pack to understand correct usage instructions. Apply this solution on the stains and rub it gently using your fingers. Let it rest for 7-10 minutes and rinse under cold water.

Use cold water for wash

While washing your clothes, use cold water for this task. Hot water affects the colour of your garments, while cold water helps keep this intact. Cold water also helps to prevent the fabric from shrinking. If you prefer washing your clothes in your washing machine, we recommend Surf Excel Matic Liquid as it has been specially formulated for washing machines. Check the pack to understand correct usage instructions.

Use mild detergent

To wash your regular clothes, you may use your regular detergent. However, if you are washing expensive clothes, delicate clothes, embroidered clothes or clothes with embellishment, always hand-wash them using a mild detergent. Mild detergent is gentle on clothes, can work wonders and is completely safe to rely upon. We recommend Love and Care, which is available in the market. Always check the instructions on the pack to know how to use it correctly.

Store in dry conditions

Always store your clothes in a cool and dry place. Humid environment can promote the growth of mold. Once in a while, keep the doors of your closet open for a while to allow air circulation. Also, after washing your garments, make sure they are completely dry before storing them away.

Avoid overwashing

Washing your garments like denims, pants, woolens etc. frequently can cause damage. Wash them once in a while. Otherwise, you can always spot-treat the stains if any. To keep them fresh for longer without actually washing, you can hang them in your bathroom while you’re enjoying a hot shower. This helps refresh the garments.