Laundry day is supposed to be a way to get a fresh start. You load everything into the machines, let it wash, and start fresh for the week. For many, the process is therapeutic. Well, that is until you are met with white streaks all over the laundry that was supposed to be “clean”.
White streaks all over your laundry can be discouraging. This leaves you frustrated and gives you a panicky feeling the next time you do laundry because you don’t want the same outcome.
There is hope. Let’s find out why they appear and what you can do about it.
Here are the most common reasons for the white streaks:
- Too much detergent left a residue
- Hard water can leave minerals behind
- Fabric softener may have been overused or undiluted
- The washer was overloaded, preventing everything from being rinsed properly
So, when you want to get rid of the white streaks, you need to find out what went wrong so that you can make the necessary corrections.
A few tried and tested tips for your laundry are as follows:
- Separate your laundry and avoid overloading the machine
- Check the instructions on your fabric softener. Do not pour it directly on your clothes.
- Add a cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle if you have hard water.
- Pay attention to the amount of detergent you use. Most people use 2-3 times what is actually needed.
By taking advantage of these tips, you can make laundry fun again!
