Don't toss out that towel! How to Get Rid of Mold in Towels and Clothing : )

 How to Get Rid of Mold in Towels and Clothing

Tossing damp towels and clothing into a laundry hamper or beach bag might seem convenient at the moment, but it can lead to mold. Mold stains and scents can be difficult to remove from laundry unless you use the proper techniques. You don't have to scrap your moldy towels and clothes in favor of buying new ones. There are simple ways to remove mold and mildew.

Difficulty:ModerateInstructions

things you'll need:

Water

Washer

Dryer

Bleach

Laundry detergent

Clothesline (or other means of hanging clothes outside)



1 Fill your washer with hot water, the appropriate amount of laundry detergent and one cup of bleach. Use chlorine bleach for whites and color-safe bleach for non-white towels and articles of clothing.

2 Add the clothes or towels as the washer is filling with water (after you have added the detergent and bleach).

3 Let the clothes or towels soak for 30 minutes before continuing the washing cycle.

4 Remove the towels or clothes from the washer once they finish washing and place them in the dryer. Dry for 30 minutes on the hottest setting. The heat from the washing and the drying, combined with the bleach and detergent, should kill mold spores.

5 Hang the clothes or towels outside in bright sunlight, preferably in an area where they can receive a breeze. Try to leave them hanging outside all day. This should help to remove any remaining moldy scent.


Tips & Warnings

Prevent mold and mildew in clothing and towels by washing wet or damp items immediately or hanging them in a well-ventilated place to dry out until you can wash them.