Many of us are overwhelmed by the number of germs we come across every day, especially in light of the current pandemic. These germs can be found everywhere: in the subway, bus and taxis, on chairs that we use, on walls we lean on, and on seats we take out of our seats. Although we have learned to use hand sanitizers so far, it will take a lot to clean clothes. This would be time-consuming and expensive.
There is only one solution. Take your clothes off and wash them. A simple wash won’t do the trick. Disinfectants that are too harsh can cause skin irritations. This article is dedicated to providing helpful information about disinfecting laundry. It is easy to access and is not harmful to your skin.
These methods include using
White vinegar
Hydrogen peroxide
UV rays/sunlight
Essential oils
Dryer machine
Hot water
Baking soda
Lemon
White vinegar
Vinegar is a must-have in every kitchen. Vinegar works best on white fabrics, but it also works well with colored clothes. White vinegar is rich in acetic acid, which kills bacteria and makes other viruses washable.
For best results, add half a cup white vinegar to each batch of laundry. Your laundry will be disinfected and softened by the vinegar.
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is a common disinfectant for wounds. It also works well on clothes. Don’t rush to wash your clothes yet. If you add this chemical to your pile, it can burn, bleach, and dye your clothes. To avoid this, make sure that all clothes are completely submerged in water before adding the peroxide.
Using ultraviolet rays/sunlight
The best way to kill bacteria is by using sunlight. It is important to air dry your clothes after washing or to remove any bacteria that has been built up. Only a few hours is required to clean clothes, but blankets and mattresses should be allowed to absorb heat.
Essential oils
These oils are natural oils with lots of anti-pathogen fighting and pleasant odors. These oils have antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic properties that help to prevent the growth and spread of bacteria. One drop of essential oil can disinfect entire loads of laundry. These oils include pine oil, tea tree, lavender, and thyme.
Hot water
Hot water is another natural method to kill bacteria. Hot water is better than cold water. Hot water and clothes can be sanitized more effectively than cold water.
Using the dryer
Many dryers come with a disinfecting cycle. This runs for longer than regular cycles and heats up to the maximum temperature. For best results, wash your laundry and dry them in the dryer for at least 45 minutes.
Using baking soda
Baking soda is great because it can reach places that other detergents can’t and isn’t harmful to your skin. Baking soda can also be used to clean kitchen surfaces, towels, or bathroom towels. Baking soda is gentle on fabrics and softens them.
Using lemon
Because of its powerful antibacterial properties, lemon has been used as a cleaning agent in many DIY projects. It has a pleasant smell and can be used as a deodorant. Citric acid found in lemons is safe for colored clothing and breaks down stains. When mixed with hot water, lemon can also be used to disinfect kitchen surfaces and towels as well as unclogging pipes. Lemon has many uses, including medicinal.
Last word
To ensure maximum sanitation, wash your laundry in a clean, dry place. Do not shake dirty laundry around the house. Because of the high levels of germs in underwear, it should not be mixed with other clothes. It should also be washed every day. Washing towels and clothing for children should be done separately from washing adult laundry. Wash laundry for anyone with the flu or diarrhea in your household separately. To avoid spreading bacteria, wash your hands after touching dirty laundry.
