How to keep towels soft longer? Contrary to what you might think, it’s very simple. Instead of spending money on more detergent, use what most of us have in the kitchen. Sodium bicarbonate, a formidable whitening ingredient, is the ally of soft towels.
This white cleansing powder is ideal for keeping them soft and fluffy for as long as possible. All you have to do is dissolve three tablespoons of powder in half a glass of water and add it to the detergent drawer of your washing machine.
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If you want to enhance the effect of this trick, it is advisable to soak the towels in a solution of water, four tablespoons of vinegar and lemon juice before washing them. The vinegar will not only soften the fabric, but also give it a rich color. To make matters worse, the acidic solution kills the bacteria. The smell of white vinegar takes a few hours to disappear.
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Using these tricks, however, will not bring the expected result if you do not remember some rules. The most important of these is not to overload the drum (up to 2/3 of its capacity) to ensure thorough rinsing and washing. We should not add a significant amount of detergents, especially bleach or fabric softeners. They cover the fibers with a waxy layer that accumulates with each subsequent wash, reducing the fabric’s absorbency.
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