{"id":67520,"date":"2023-09-13T08:14:13","date_gmt":"2023-09-13T08:14:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celeband.com\/?p=67520"},"modified":"2023-09-13T08:14:13","modified_gmt":"2023-09-13T08:14:13","slug":"laundry-expert-shares-five-tips-to-keep-school-uniforms-fresh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celeband.com\/lifestyle\/laundry-expert-shares-five-tips-to-keep-school-uniforms-fresh\/","title":{"rendered":"Laundry expert shares five tips to keep school uniforms fresh"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>I&#8217;m a laundry expert and here are five ways to keep school uniforms fresh without using the washing machine<\/h1>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>British expert Alex Econs revealed how to keep uniforms smelling clean<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Read More:\u00a0Furious parents compare primary school to &#8216;North Korean prison&#8217;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>From ink spills to grass stains, it can feel like school uniforms need washing every day to stay looking smart.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>But now an expert has revealed how parents can save time and money when it comes to keeping uniforms clean this school year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Alex Econs, founder of garment printing company ICON Printing, explained there are a number of different methods to give clothing a quick spruce up without having to run the washing machine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>And he revealed there are a number of different household items you can use to get rid of even the toughest of stains&#8230;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Here he tells FEMAIL<\/span><span>\u00a0five hacks for keeping uniforms fresh without actually having to pop them in the washing machine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/11\/16\/75285983-12503783-Alex_Econs_founder_of_garment_printing_company_ICON_Printing_rev-a-53_1694445934350.jpg\" height=\"424\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Alex Econs, founder of garment printing company ICON Printing, revealed how parents can save time and money when it comes to keeping uniforms clean this school year (stock image)\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span>1. Spot clean grass and ink stains with household items<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Instead of adding items with small stains to the laundry pile, Alex revealed it&#8217;s more cost-effective to spot clean items.<\/p>\n<p>Alex said: &#8216;The majority of school uniform stains can be easily tackled with common household items, especially stains on white t-shirts and school shirts&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;For grass and mud stains, try a natural vinegar-based solution. Not only is this method gentle on the garment, but as vinegar is less toxic than bleach, it&#8217;s more eco-friendly too.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;To make the solution at home, mix 1\/2 tsp of washing powder with 1\/4 cup of white vinegar and 1\/4 cup of cool water.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Apply this directly to stains, lightly brushing it into any affected areas before rinsing with cold water.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;For ink stains, hairspray can do the trick. Spray a small amount directly onto the stain, let it sit for a minute, and then wipe with a clean cloth to watch the stain disappear.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p><span>2. Baking soda scrub<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes it can feel like the only solution for a tough stain is the washing machine.<\/p>\n<p>But Alex suggested a lower-cost alternative using a cupboard staple.<\/p>\n<p>He said: &#8216;For tougher stains, mix baking soda with a small amount of water until you have a thick paste-like consistency.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Use an old toothbrush or cloth to gently work this into the stain. Let the paste sit for half an hour before rinsing with cold water.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p><span>3. Absorb odours overnight<\/span><\/p>\n<p>If your children&#8217;s polo shirts, t-shirts and sweatshirts are starting to smell a bit less than fresh but don&#8217;t yet require a wash, you can instead use baking soda to absorb odours overnight.<\/p>\n<p>Alex revealed: &#8216;Baking soda is a natural deodoriser and can help to eliminate unwanted smells from clothing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Fill a small pouch of baking soda (or even leave out an open box) near the uniform overnight for a natural refresh.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p><span>4. Deoderise with a homemade spray<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Odours naturally cling to school uniforms but some items like sweatshirts, hoodies, fleeces and jackets require less frequent cleaning.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>A quick homemade spray with essential oils is the best way to keep them feeling and smelling fresh.<\/p>\n<p>Alex advised: &#8216;Adding a few drops of essential oil to a spray bottle of water is the easiest way to banish odours from clothing &#8211; especially if you&#8217;re short on time on school mornings. Simply shake well and lightly mist onto garments.<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Not only does this leave an immediate fresh scent, but as essential oils have natural antibacterial properties this simple homemade spray can even inhibit the growth of odour-causing bacteria, meaning the uniform stays fresher for longer.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p><span>5. Get steamy<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Did you know that your morning shower routine is a brilliant way to straighten your clothing?<\/p>\n<p>Alex said: &#8216;The ultimate multitasking and money-saving hack is to take your laundry into the bathroom with you whilst you shower.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Simply hang uniforms up in the bathroom when you shower to allow the fibres to soften and creases to relax without having to iron them.<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Hang the clothes as close to the shower as you can without getting them wet and ensure that the bathroom door is closed and your extractor fan is off &#8211; you don&#8217;t want to remove all of that steam.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;When you&#8217;re finished with your shower, try to keep items in the bathroom for fifteen minutes before allowing them to dry.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/article-12503783\/Im-laundry-expert-five-ways-school-uniforms-fresh-without-using-washing-machine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I&#8217;m a laundry expert and here are five ways to keep school uniforms fresh without using the washing machine British expert Alex Econs revealed how to keep uniforms smelling clean Read More:\u00a0Furious parents compare primary school to &#8216;North Korean prison&#8217; From ink spills to grass stains, it can feel like school uniforms need washing every day to stay looking smart. 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