How to wash a wired bra in the washing machine
Before washing a bra with underwire, you should find out whether this procedure will harm your underwear. In general, it is preferable to refresh the bodice manually, but if there is absolutely no extra time, you can load the product into the machine. In this case, it is important to follow certain washing rules. By following basic recommendations, you can maintain the properties and appearance of the kit. If the rules are neglected, damage can be caused not only to the bra, but also to the washing machine.
Automatic washing instructions
“Home helpers” make life easier for modern people by successfully washing not only ordinary things, but also duvets, outerwear, shoes, etc. However, not all products are machine washable. Before loading your underwire bra into the washing machine, carefully read the label for basic care instructions.
It is not recommended to wash in an automatic machine bustiers made of very demanding and delicate fabrics, framed with expensive lace, with intricate embroidery, as well as sets with helium push-up. You can trust other sconces to automatic washing without fear, but only if you follow some recommendations.
To care for your bras, you will need to purchase a special bag or sphere for washing such products in washing machines. The bag is made of mesh material and is closed with a clasp. It is with the help of such devices that washing will be as safe as possible for underwear and the machine itself. Machine washing your bra requires some preparation.The algorithm of actions is completely simple.
- Sort your laundry; together with the bustier, you can only wash items of the same color. Also, do not load heavy clothes, items made from coarse fabrics, such as jeans, terry towels into the drum along with the bodice.
- Twenty minutes before starting the wash program, fill a basin with cool water, add a little delicate detergent and dip the laundry in the soapy solution.
- Place the product in a special bag or sphere. This will prevent the sconce from touching other clothes being washed. Please note that all hooks on items must be fastened.
If it is not possible to buy a special device, and you plan to wash without a bag, it is better to fold the bra into a regular pillowcase and tie it tightly.
For machine cleaning of underwear, it is better to use special liquid detergents or baby gels. They rinse well out of the fabric. It has been scientifically proven that powder particles remaining on clothing have the opposite effect. They attract dirt and dust to clean fabric, and, therefore, such things get dirty very quickly.
To clean your bras, you can run a manual or delicate wash program. Please note that water heating does not exceed 40 degrees. This value is considered optimal for washing underwear sets; a higher temperature can lead to deformation or fading of the product, and loss of push-up qualities.
After the wash cycle is completed, remove the item from the bag or sphere and carefully smooth the cups of the bodice. If there is excess liquid in your bra, wrap it in a clean terry towel.
It is not recommended to dry clothes in the drying chambers of washing machines or on heating devices and radiators.
You can dry the bustier on a suitable horizontal surface, a special floor dryer or a rope. Moreover, it is necessary to hang the bodice so that the bend falls precisely on the central part of the thing. It is not advisable to dry the bra vertically, attaching clothespins to the straps - this way the straps can stretch, and the clothespins will leave unsightly marks on the fabric.
Danger to the machine
Some users who ask the question: “Is it possible to wash bras in a machine?” are worried not so much about the safety of the item, but about their “home assistant”. There is a possibility that during the rotation of the drum, a bone may jump out of a bodice washed without a bag and fall into the tank of the automatic machine. Very rarely, but there are cases when sharp bones even break through the sacs and fall into the system. What is the danger of a foreign object getting into the cavity between the tank and the drum?
Once in the tank, the bone can pierce the plastic wall. How does this happen? After starting the wash, it is set in motion, and, with one tip stuck in the drum cavity, and the other resting against the plastic, it will cause a “wedge” of the system. So, the drum will spin, and the bone, furrowing the tank, over time can pierce its wall. This will cause a leak in the system, and the operation of the washing machine with such a breakdown will be impossible. Only expensive repairs can return the washing machine to working order.
Traditional wash
The best option for cleaning underwear is still hand washing. This way the product will not deform and will retain the color and integrity of the cut for a long time.First of all, this applies to bras made of expensive, finest fabrics, embroidered with lace, and having a foam or helium push-up. You will spend no more than 20 minutes washing your clothes, but the luxurious set will not lose its properties and will look its best. How to hand wash a bra?
- Fill the container with water heated to a maximum of 40 degrees.
- Pour in a non-aggressive cleaner, preferably in liquid or gel form.
- If desired, add 2-3 drops of essential oil (peach, coconut, apricot) to the solution to give the product a pleasant aroma.
- Dip the bustier into the resulting solution and leave in the water for half an hour. Soaking will allow the dirt to dissolve.
- If there are stubborn stains on the bodice, wipe them with a soapy sponge or toothbrush.
- If there are traces of sweat on the fabric, it is better to add soda or salt to the soap solution for soaking. So, for 1 liter of liquid you need one tablespoon of baking soda and salt.
- Gently, with light movements, “punch” the bodice. The straps should be wiped with a sponge.
- After cleaning, rinse the items several times in clean water. Change it until the water is completely clear. It is very important to rinse all household chemicals from your underwear.
- Dry the products. Squeezing the bustier is prohibited; even slight twisting is not allowed. To deal with excess moisture, use a soft terry towel. It is enough to wrap the bodice in fabric. This way, excess water will remain in the towel, and the final evaporation of all moisture will occur during further drying.
When washing several bras at the same time, it is important to monitor the color matching of the linen: you cannot soak a red and white bra at the same time, the products may lose their appearance.
How to maintain the beauty of your bra?
Underwear requires delicate, careful care. If you wash your underwire bra correctly, the product will delight you with its excellent appearance for a long time. Here are a few tips that you can follow to preserve the beauty of your item for a long time.
- Do not use aggressive bleaches, especially chlorine-based ones.
- If the white bodice has turned yellow, instead of using bleach, it is better to leave it in a special solution for a few minutes. It is diluted simply: pour two tbsp per liter of water. spoons of hydrogen peroxide or ammonia.
- Before automatic washing, soak the bustier in cool water for 20-30 minutes.
- When machine cleaning, there is no need to add rinse aid, conditioner or other softener to the tray. Such products lead to loss of elasticity of fabric fibers.
- Before loading into the drum, carefully inspect the bra. Be sure to check if there are any holes through which the bones can “crawl” out. Fallen metal inserts not only spoil the product, create snags and holes, but also threaten to get into the bank and cause jamming.
- It is necessary to dry clothes only with the front side. If you turn the cups inside out, wrinkles, small creases and folds will appear on the lining and lace. These defects will become visible during further wear and will spoil the shape and appearance of the breast.
- Bras with metal inserts should not be left in water for a long time.Despite painting, the metal rapidly corrodes, which leads to rust visible through the fabric.
- We do not exceed the recommended time for pre-soaking bright sets. Such actions will lead to color washing out.
Surely, every girl has a favorite bra, the most comfortable and soft of all. But it's better not to wear the same bra every day. Frequent wear will lead to loss of shape and elasticity of the product, loss of visual appeal. It is advisable to wear a bra no more than once every 2 days so that the underwear comes into shape after wear and is ventilated from body odor.
It is recommended to wash the bustier after 2-4 wears. If you clean less frequently, you may not achieve the original appearance of the kit. When washing is constantly put off until later, the product gradually loses its properties, so it will be very difficult to achieve ideal freshness and attractiveness.
Particular attention should be paid to storing bras. It is better to allocate a special shelf or drawer for them in the closet. They should be laid out horizontally, on top of each other, according to the “cup on cup” principle. This measure will allow the bodices not to lose their original shape even if they remain in the closet for a long time. Light and colored sets should be placed in different piles. To give the products a delicate aroma, you can put special aromatic bags in the box.
It is very important to match the color of your bra to the clothes you wear. You cannot wear a light-colored bra under a black jacket. Such carelessness can lead to mixing of fabric fibers, and, as a result, the appearance of unnecessary inclusions on the bustier cups.
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