What to do if clothes get moldy in summer

We all know that clothes will definitely get moldy in summer. Many winter clothes are put away in summer, but it is also the time when clothes are most likely to get moldy. Although the temperature in summer is very high, the air and environment are relatively humid. In such a climate, it is also very common for clothes to get moldy. However, moldy clothes will have a very unpleasant smell. Many people don’t know how to deal with such clothes in summer. So what should we do if clothes get moldy in summer?

When there is mold on cotton clothes, you can choose to use mung bean sprouts to wash them. Put the mung bean sprouts on the moldy area, rub them until they are mashed, rub them hard and repeatedly, and then rinse them with clean water to remove the mold.

If there is mold on woolen clothes, it is best to expose the clothes to the sun, then take a towel dipped in clean water and wipe the moldy areas to remove the mold. Or you can use a brush to gently brush the moldy areas and it will fall off. If your woolen clothes are hairy, remember to rinse them repeatedly with a towel dipped in soapy water and then with clean water.

If synthetic clothes are moldy, you can wash them directly with soap. First, brush them with soapy water a few times, and then rinse them with clean water. Or you can add clean water to the washing basin, then add white vinegar or milk, and then soak the clothes in it. This can not only remove mildew, but also remove the musty smell on the clothes.

In the above content, we introduced various ways to deal with moldy clothes. This depends on what material the clothes are made of. If it is leather, then just wipe it clean with a towel and then expose it to the sun. This can prevent mold and kill bacteria, killing the best of both worlds. After drying such clothes, remember to store them well, preferably in a ventilated and non-humid environment.