For most of us, clothes are more than just fabrics to wear a handful of times - they are pieces for life. There is certain kind of memories, feelings and thoughts associated with them. And thus, when you own a garment that you really treasure and that has stood by you for so long, you want it to last for as long as possible. But sadly most fabrics don’t have a long life. Plus, constant washing hampers the micro-fibrils of the fabrics and sets a negative environmental footprint on the earth.
Fortunately, there are some ways through which you can embrace a green lifestyle as well as extend the lifecycle of your garments.
1. Ditch the dryer and dry naturally:
A couple of years ago, people didn’t have dryers at their place and hung their clothes on a rope strung across their yard or in between buildings. Not only is this more affordable but also more environmentally acceptable. Most people still do the same and it's time for you to become one of them (if you’re not). The dryer not only uses an immense amount of energy but also ruins certain fibers, making your clothes shrink, fade in color, and lose their stretch or shape altogether. Make use of a liquid fabric conditioner when washing and then hang your clothes by folding them inside out. You can use Bunnyhug® fabric conditioner that is tough for stains, soft for clothes and gentle for the planet.
2. Make use of cold water:
Washing your clothes in cold water with a mild and green laundry detergent can certainly extend the life of your clothes. On the other side, using hot water will weaken the fibers and rob the clothing of its color. Moreover, doing laundry with warm water produces as much CO2 as driving a car for twelve hours does. So, not only you are spoiling your favorite fabrics but also consuming a lot of energy – that means a high electricity bill. Therefore, if you are someone who loves your clothes as well as your planet, wash in low temperatures, to save energy and to maintain your fabric pieces.
3. Check the label:
It often happens, we forget to check the care instructions given on the label of our clothes when rushing into the laundry. There is a reason that they are present on clothes – to avoid damaging styles and to ensure a long life. The care label is the one thing you should constantly keep an eye on for proper and safe maintenance of your fabric pieces. Your clothes define your personality, reflect your attitude, and speak a lot about your character, especially in today’s era. If someone sees you wearing clothes that have lost their touch, they probably won’t form a good opinion about you. Therefore, to make an awesome impression at all times, try to take care of your clothes as they want.
4. Wash clothes less:
Though washing your clothes is a must to keep yourselves clean and healthy, frequent laundry can dull their color and loosen their fiber. Even by washing with a mild cleaning detergent, you can strip your clothes off their softness and newness. So, it is advisable that you wash your clothes less by spot treating anything that needs it, using a small amount of detergent and rinsing with water. Items like trousers and jeans are anyway required to be cleaned less frequently. In the end, remember to take care of your garments the same way you take care of yourself. There are various steps you can take such as using a green laundry detergent with cold water, avoiding over-wash, drying naturally, and following the care instructions.
All these things will prolong the life of your fabric, and make you look awesome always. Bunnyhug® cleaning products are consciously formulated keeping in mind you, your clothes, and the earth.
Also, if you know some other sustainable methods for clothes care, feel free to share with us by commenting below.