How to Get Mildew Smell Out of Clothes
Your laundry is only clean if it doesn't have mildew in it. We know how important it is for your clothes and linens to be clean — of course, you'll feel better about yourself if you're sporting freshly cleaned clothes, so you don't want yucky mildew or the smell of mildew interfering with your style! We're going to talk a little bit more about how to avoid getting mildew in your clothes. Plus, we'll go over some details about how to get mildew and the smell of mildew out of your clothes, if it already got there. By the end, you'll know how to keep your clothes fresh and clean!
What Is Mildew?
When we talk about mildew, we're talking about a kind of mold or fungus. Although how mildew forms will vary, it often occurs because of excess moisture. This excess moisture might be in the air or piling up in your home in some way. It is also common for mildew to be more prevalent in the summertime because there is more humidity in the air. You want to do what you can to eliminate the amount of mildew that you're exposed to because when you breathe in mildew, you could experience adverse health effects.
How to Get the Mildew Smell out of Clothes
We all know the smell of mildew, and we all dislike the smell of mildew. Remember, if your apartment complex has communal laundry facilities, ask your landlord before you try any of these methods. Follow these methods to get the smell of mildew out of your clothes:
Add Vinegar to Your Wash Cycle
Adding around one cup of vinegar with one cup of water to your wash cycle is a great way to reduce the smell of mildew in clothes.
Use Baking Soda in the Washer
Run a load of laundry on warm and add one cup of baking soda to it. Once you try out this method, it's likely that the smell of mildew will go away—baking soda is great, it can de-odor your fridge and freezer, too!
Put Your Clothes Outside to Dry
This might sound unconventional, but the outdoor air can often kill the smell of mildew. So, if you are having trouble getting the smell of mildew out of your clothes, we recommend you put them outside for multiple hours to dry. Of course, do this when the weather is nice and the sun is out!
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How to Reduce the Risk of Mildew Growing in Clothes
The good news is, if you're looking to reduce the chance of mildew growing in your laundry, there are things you can do to prevent it. Stopping mildew from growing starts at the store—try to buy fabrics that are 'mildew-resistant.' We recommend you opt for fabrics like wool and hemp because these are less likely to be hospitable for mildew to grow on. In addition, try to invest in a dehumidifier if you find that mildew is growing on your clothes. When you have a dehumidifier, you can remedy there being excess moisture in the air.
What to Do If Mildew Gets in My Clothes
If you find mildew in your laundry—don't panic. There are plenty of ways to remove mildew from your clothes, you just have to get a little bit creative. Remember, if your apartment complex has communal laundry facilities, ask your landlord before you try any of these methods. That said, are some methods that will help you get your mildew-infected clothes back to normal:
Soak Your Clothes in Vinegar
To complete this method, mix up one part vinegar with three parts water. After you do this, let the vinegar/water combination sit for about an hour on top of the mildew-infected area(s) of your clothing. Once the mixture has set into your clothes, wash them.
Use Lemon Juice and Salt
This method might hurt your hands due to the acidity of the lemons, so we recommend you wear gloves while you're completing this method. All you have to do to complete the lemon juice and salt method is combine the two ingredients in a bowl to make a paste. Once you combined the lemon juice and the salt, scrub it into your garment where the mildew is on your clothing. You can let it sit for a while in the sun, too, if the mildew is particularly set into the clothing. After you're done and the mildew seems to be gone, wash your clothes as you normally would.
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Don't Settle for Mildewy or Smelly Clothes, Live with Us at the Rosewood Apartments
There's nothing worse than having clothes with mildew in them, but when you follow the advice we've outlined here, you won't have to! Our apartments come equipped with washer and dryer connections and ceiling fans, so it's possible for you to keep all your clothes and linens fresh and clean. Plus, our Louisiana property comes with laundry on-site. At the Rosewood Apartments, our residents enjoy our comfortable living and convenient washer and dryer access. For more information about living with us at our apartments in Alexandria, please reach out to our leasing team.