– Hydrogen peroxide to reduce bleach residue.
This solution can act effectively against bleach stains and is suitable for wool, linen, denim and cotton fabrics.
Simply use a cloth soaked in hydrogen peroxide before rubbing the bleach-affected area. Then rinse your textile with water before letting it air dry. It is recommended to put the clothes in the washing machine for best results.
Caution: White vinegar should never be used to neutralize bleach. This combination can produce very toxic chlorine gas.
If despite your attempts the stain is still present, you will have no choice but to dye the fabric.
How to restore color to clothes affected by bleach?
Once the bleach stain is neutralized, you can restore the color of your fabrics by adopting the following methods:
– Use a fabric marker on bleach stains.
Fabric markers are available in the market in various color shades.
Very practical for filling in small stains, textile pencils or textile markers can be used on any fabric.
You can even use it on shoes or upholstery. The only downside is that you may end up with a slightly different color tone. If you know how to use a brush you will know how to integrate and mix different colors.
– Opt for fabric dye to hide bleach stains.
This is undoubtedly the ideal solution to remove large bleach stains.
The advantage of this solution is that it adapts perfectly to all types of fabrics. It is even possible to use it to give a second life to your old clothes or change the color of a shirt or pants.
Spray paint is also a fun way to cover bleach stains. The idea is to combine different colors with touches. A good way to unleash your creativity and create trendy clothes.
Although they are difficult to remove, bleach stains can be reduced or hidden by following these tips. It’s even easier when you have a creative mind to create patterns, use beads or brooches while styling stained clothes!
