The washing label may be on the back of the waist of your jeans, or it could be on the inside near a pocket. You should only wash your jeans in the washing machine if the manufacturer recommends it. Otherwise, wash your jeans by hand.
Turning your jeans inside out protects the outside denim and allows the dirtiest part to get washed.
If you are worried about your detergent leaving residue on your jeans, use 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 44 mL) of vinegar instead. This will get rid of any smells naturally.
You can skip putting your jeans in the dryer if your washer spins out most of the water from them, but putting jeans in the dryer for a few minutes can get rid of any wrinkles or creases.
Your jeans may feel stiff after they are dry, but they will soften up once you put them on. Don’t hang your jeans directly in the sun if you put them outside. This could cause them to fade faster.
Cold water will prevent the jeans from shrinking and fading because it doesn’t break down the fibers of the denim.
If you accidentally add too much detergent, add more water to dilute it. You can also add 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of white vinegar instead of detergent for a natural option.
The soapy water will most likely be discolored with the dirt and grime from your jeans.
If you used a lot of detergent, you may need to rinse your jeans 1 more time.
If you hang your jeans outside to dry, don’t hang them directly in the sun. This could cause them to fade faster.
If the stain is old or really dark, stain remover may not be enough to get it out. You might need to give your jeans a full wash through the washing machine.
You can hang your jeans outside as often as you’d like to.
