So THAT's Why You're Meant To Wash Jeans Inside Out

I never used to wash my jeans inside out, until I met my other half who – it turns out – knows quite a lot about laundry. He was adamant that jeans (and indeed many items of clothing) should be washed inside out. But I never really understood why. It turns out I’m not the only one.In a question submitted to The Guardian recent, reader Paul Williams asked: “Why does my wife make me turn my jeans inside out before they go in the wash? She doesn’t know either.”There were 44 responses from other readers, at the time of writing, including this gem: “In Malaysia, I learnt to turn washing inside out to dry so that the hot sun could really get to any damp loving bugs lurking in the thicker seams.” Another person said they’d assumed it was to stop the zips rubbing against, or catching on, other garments. Why should you wash jeans inside out?It’s actually to do with preserving the look of your jeans, according to Levi’s.The denim brand advises to always turn jeans inside out before putting them in the washing machine. “This simple (but usually neglected) step protects the outer colour from fading and minimises direct contact with chemicals and detergents,” the brand explained.“This step is especially important for dark-wash and black jeans that are more prone to colour loss or transfer.”Similarly, Guardian reader ‘rigoletto’ explained: “Denim is yarn dyed in such a way that the colour is only on the surface of the yarn. The dye particles are vulnerable to abrasion, which is why the fabric goes white at the stress points, where the original colour of the yarn starts to show through.“Washing inside out reduces the chance of abrasion against the drum of the machine and premature fading.”Makes sense. Any other tips for washing jeans?Yes! Levi’s suggested we should be washing jeans after roughly 10 wears, “unless they are visibly dirty or start to smell”. Consumer watchdog Which? puts it at six to 10 wears. When you go to wash your jeans, make sure all the zips and buttons are done up (to help maintain shape and prevent snagging) and use a mild detergent, avoiding fabric softeners (which can “leave a residue” on denim) where possible.The best temperature to wash on is the coolest one, as higher temperatures can shrink your jeans and result in colour loss.Happy laundering! Related...Should I Be Washing My Bagged Lettuce Or Not?UK Gardeners Urged To Place A Washing-Up Bowl In Their Lawn ASAPThis Washing Machine Setting Is Why Your Black Jeans Keep Fading

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