Before Washing
Prepare Wash Load
Empty Pockets and Cuffs
Make sure all pockets are empty and turn them inside
out. One bobby pin, metal or plastic toy, nail or sharp
object in a load can catch laundry and cause tears.
Facial tissue left in a pocket will produce extreme
"lint." A crayon or lipstick in a wash load may cause
stains that cannot be removed. Roll down cuffs and
shake out grass, sand, and gravel.
Mend Rips and Tears
Little holes can become bigger in the washer. Mend
holes and tears before placing garments in the washer.
Close Zipper and Fasten Hooks
These can catch on garments in a wash load and tear
them. Tie belts and sashes so they won't wind around
clothes.
Check for Colorfastness
Squeeze a portion of garment in warm or hot sudsy
water. If the color bleeds or runs, wash the item
separately in cold water.
Sort
Proper sorting is easy if you follow a few guidelines:
1. Sort by color.
WHITES
LIGHTS
Figure 1
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2. Sort by fabric and construction.
COTTONS AND
LINENS
SYNTHETICS, BLENDS
& POLY KNITS
Figure 2
3. Sort by care label.
COLD
HOT
Figure 3
4. Sort by type and amount of soil.
Children's play clothes, as well as work clothes,
will need extra treatment. Lightly soiled clothes
can become dingy if washed with heavily soiled
items.
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PRESS
DELICATES
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