Wash Dark Clothing for a Short Cycle to Prevent Colors From Fading
Dark clothes can fade quickly, but you can avoid this by washing them for a short cycle, always washing them inside out and hanging to dry – among some other tips in this video from Consumer Reports.
When combined with other color-preserving methods , such as washing clothes in cold water or turning them inside out, a short wash cycle prevents dark clothes from fading, and you may never have thought about it. And don’t worry – a short cycle also doesn’t mean your clothes will leave the washing machine dirty, especially if you wash them after normal wear. Check your washing machine settings to find out which cycle is the shortest. See the video above for more tips on preserving dark clothing.
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