Pre-Wash Treatment: Before placing your black clothes in the washing machine, soak them in a tub or basin with cold water. Add 1/2 cup of white vinegar and 1/4 cup of salt to the water. Stir to dissolve the salt, and let your clothes soak for about 30 minutes. This helps lock in the color and remove any detergent residues that could contribute to fading.
Wash Normally: After soaking, place the clothes in the washing machine. Add your usual detergent (ideally one designed for dark clothes), but skip the bleach. Set your machine to a gentle, cold wash cycle to avoid damaging the fabric and color.
Drying: After washing, air-dry your black clothes instead of using a dryer. The heat from a dryer can cause dark clothes to fade faster. Hanging them in the shade will also protect them from direct sunlight, which can bleach the fabric over time.
Why It Works:
Vinegar acts as a natural fabric softener and helps to set the dye in black clothing, preventing it from fading.
Salt helps to lock in the color and can even prevent clothes from bleeding in the wash.
Washing in cold water prevents the fibers from breaking down and keeps the dye intact.
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