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Problem
Solver
(continued)
PROBLEM
YELLOWED
CLOTHES
(continued)
BLUE OR GRAY
COLOR STAINS
SHRINKAGE,
GENERAL
SHRINKAGE,
KNITS
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
AND
REMEDY
Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleach (such
as Clorox
2
brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Instructions. Restore color
using color remover (such as Rit or Tintex brands), follow package directions.
Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing
or
q~kw
spots.
1.
Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water
before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2.
Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and
manganese from water.
3.
Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup
in
lines; drain water
heater occasionally.
4.
To
remove
spots:
spread stained portion over !?an of
:g
water and squeeze
lemon juice through stain.
To
remove overall yellow,
use a commercially available
rust scale remover, following package instructions. If porcelain damage can occur,
do
not use in the washer; use a plastic container.
Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes;
always dilute before adding to rinse water.
To
remove stains:
dampen stained area and
rub with undiluted liquid detergent. Re-wash, using chlorine bleach if safe for fabric.
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Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be
safely washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturers’ Care
Instructions exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.
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Relaxation shrinkage
can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched
and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may be pressed back
into shape after each wash and dry cycle.
Progressive or delayed shrinkage
is caused when starch or sizing
(in
some fabrics)
is gradually removed by laundering. May be noticed
in
older garments that have been
washed many times without previous shrinkage. Treat
as
for Relaxation Shrinkage above.
Shrinkage caused
by
overheating
occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat-
shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the temperatures used
to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but
it
can be prevented by
washing in cool or warm water; drying on Low or Delicate heat.
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