Not everything can be machine washed. Even on vacation, without a washing machine, you sometimes have to resort to hand washing. We'll tell you how you can wash your laundry by hand in no time at all - with the bluu washing stripswhich also fit into any luggage to save space.
The right way to hand wash:
- Fill a clean container with warm water at 30 degrees
- dissolve the bluu washing strips dissolve in it by stirring
- Place soiled clothing in it
- Move back and forth for a maximum of five minutes
- Rinse clothes in clear water
- Squeeze, do not wring!
When is hand washing advisable?
If you see this symbol on your clothes, machine washing is not recommended. You can find instructions for hand washing below.
If the symbol is also marked with a tap, hand washing must be carried out in cold water.
If the symbol is crossed out, then not even hand washing is okay. In this case, the delicate garment should be dry cleaned.
Delicate fabrics
With some fabrics, it is easy to be unsure whether they can really withstand cleaning in the washing machine. Silk or wool clothing, for example, is very delicate. If you want to be on the safe side, it is better to wash them by hand.
No washing machine
Washing machines are often not available, especially on vacation. It's annoying when you ruin your favorite shorts on the first day of your vacation.
bluu washing strips perfect for hand washing
Did you know that you can use the bluu washing strips can also be used for hand washing?
They dissolve not only dissolve quicklythey are also super practical for on the go: they fit space-saving in your handbag, rucksack or travel bag. You can even take them with you in your hand luggage, they are very light.
You don't have to worry about your skin. Dermatest has dermatologically tested our wash strips for skin compatibility and awarded us the Dermatest seal. This seal gives you the assurance that our wash strips are gentle and effective and do not cause any irritation or major problems.
Hand washing in 6 steps
Washing clothes by hand is not complicated and is very simple. To make sure nothing goes wrong, we have put together a simple guide for you.
Step 1: Find the right container
Find two suitable containers for your laundry. Depending on the amount of clothing, a bowl or bucket will suffice. If you need to wash several or larger items, a bathtub is a good choice.
You will need the second container for AFTER the wash to rinse the clothes.
Step 2: Choose the right detergent
The bluu washing strips work wonderfully for hand washing. They are also super space-saving and can be stowed away in your luggage. Depending on the amount of laundry and the degree of soiling, just one corner of the washing strip is enough. The more laundry or the dirtier it is, the more you tear off the washing strip.
Are you traveling and only have cold water available? No problem! Our bluu washing strips are not only gentle on textiles, they are also particularly suitable for lower temperatures.
Step 3: Let the water in
Pour warm water into your first clean container. A temperature of around 30 degrees is ideal. You need enough water so that the clothes are completely 'submerged' but cannot spill over the edge.
You can now use the bluu washing strips and dissolve them by stirring.
Pour clear water into the second container for later.
Step 4: Wash the laundry
Now place the item of clothing to be washed in the water and move it back and forth with circular movements - either until the dirt has dissolved or for a maximum of five minutes for a maximum of five minutes. You can also knead the soiled areas very gently or rub them together. Please be particularly careful with delicate fabrics!
Step 5: Rinse the laundry
Now take the clothes out of the first container and place them in the second with the clear water. Again, a gentle back and forth motion is sufficient. Repeat this until the water remains clear.
Step 6: Dry the clothes
You can gently squeeze the clothes to get rid of the excess water. Please never wring them out (this will damage the fibers and deform the clothes)! Then hang them up or place them on a clothes horse to dry.
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