Choosing the Right Detergent for Your Wardrobe
Author: Emily Battles
Marathoners, cyclists, and personal trainers use WIN Detergent on their workout clothes because it helps synthetic fabrics look brighter, perform better, and last longer. Wardrobe professionals have the same issues: how to keep garments looking and performing like they’re brand new when they’re put to hard use night after night. Choosing the right detergent for your wardrobe is essential for keeping them fresh and clean. As more and more designers turn to synthetic fabrics, more and more performers and wardrobe supervisors are turning to WIN.
You might be asking if using a special detergent just for synthetic clothing is necessary. Here is some of the science behind the concept.: According to WIN, “hydrophobic fibers don’t just repel water, they also attract and lightly bond to oils,. So without the right detergent to break those bonds, oils can be difficult to remove from synthetics.” When the moisture from your sweat evaporates from your clothes, salts and oils still remain adhered to the fabric. Salts can wear down fabrics while oils can become rancid and stinky. WIN is formulated to actively break down oils, aromatics, films, and other complex molecules, then wash them completely away.
Here are a few tips from our friends at WIN Detergent – available in-store and online at MWS!
- Washing and drying like materials together is often more important than washing like colors together.
- According to WIN, “Hot water actually works best for cleaning synthetic fabrics. Most care labels say wash on cold, but WIN’s and a low pH formula is safe to use with warm or hot water.”
- Always dry synthetics on low heat.
- Don’t use fabric softeners. They’re not necessary for synthetics and can leave a residue.
- Zip any zippers to prevent snagging and abrasion. Zippers act like little handsaws in the washer and dryer, significantly contributing to wear and tear.
Choosing the right detergent for your wardrobe is easy. If you want long-lasting, fresh-smelling clothes, try WIN Sports Detergent for the win!
