Hvad er den bedste måde at vaske din badedragt på?

During the hottest months of summer, the best way to cool off is to go swimming. Choosing a flattering and comfortable badedragt is often a challenge. Swimsuits are also often expensive, so once we buy a badedragt, it follows that we would want to keep it in good condition. Chlorine, solcreme, sand, and high temperatures can wear down the fabric of even the nicest badedragt. It’s therefore important to know the best ways to keep our badedragts clean and in excellent shape.

One of the fabrics in most badedragts is spandex. Spandex can be damaged when it is in contact with sweat and other substances found in our skin. Those substances can change the ability of the badedragt to expand. Another problem that can affect badedragts is that chlorine can change the color of the cloth. If the badedragt is washed soon enough, this can be prevented.

Some people opt for washing their bathing badedragts in a washing machine. This is less than ideal but can be safely done by placing it in a mesh bag, using a very mild detergent, and using the delicates cycle. A International badetøj manufacturer ProSwimwear advises that a typical wash cycle can damage the fabric of most badetøj. However, modern badetøj designers are now devising certain versions of a bathing badedragt specifically designed to be washed by machine.

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For the most part, the best way to wash a badedragt is still to wash it by hand. The first step is to rinse the badedragt. Although you can rinse it quickly and still clean it effectively, if possible you should let the badedragt rest in the water for half an hour. This is the best way to remove the chemicals, salt, and sand from the badedragt.

There are different opinions as to which temperature should be used for rinsing and washing. Checking the label of the badedragt should tell you which temperature would be best for your badedragt.

Although rinsing can eliminate many of the chemicals which could damage your badedragt, it isn’t able to get rid of all the chlorine and/or salt. Once the original water has drained, you can fill the sink again. You will next need a mild detergent, and a little plain shampoo is a good substitute. Another choice would be to use half a cup of baking soda. This is said to preserve the brightness of the fabric color. Put the detergent or baking soda in the water. Then, turn your badedragt inside out. After you’ve done this you can gently place the entire badedragt into the detergent-infused water. Swish the badedragt in the water for a few minutes; then, drain the water. Once the water has drained you can run cold water over the badedragt to rinse it clean. Squeeze the badedragt to help express the soap and water from the bathing suit.

Getting rid of pletter

If your badedragt has a stain, this would be another reason to use baking soda to wash it. Creating a paste out of baking soda and water, and applying this to the stain has been said to easily and safely remove pletter.

When there is no more soap in the badedragt, continue to squeeze the badedragt to remove as much water as possible. This will help the badedragt dry more quickly. Don’t wring the badedragt; just squeeze it gently. Wringing the badedragt can cause the fabric to break down.

Drying the badedragt

The best way to dry the badedragt is to use air drying. Use a drying rack, and spread the badedragt out over the rack. Make sure the rack is in a place where it won’t be subjected to sunlight. This is because UV rays from the sun can also cause damage to the fabric of the badedragt.

Storing badedragts

Once the badedragt is dry, you need to find the best and safest place to store it. You can’t hang it up; that might stretch it out. This is another time to lay the badedragt flat and to keep it in a clean, dry place. At the end of the swimming season, you will want to place your bathing badedragt in a fabric garment bag. Using a plastic garment bag is not a good choice; plastic might cause moisture to build up in the badedragt. Moisture could then cause mildew, and that would thwart your best efforts to keep your bathing badedragt in good condition

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Er det vigtigt at tørre din badedragt ordentligt?

Hvis du kender den bedste måde at vaske din en badedragt på, skal du tørre din badedragt ordentligt for at få de bedste resultater.

Er det sikkert at bruge en vaskemaskine til badedragt, og i bekræftende fald, hvad er de bedste indstillinger?

Mens håndvask generelt anbefales, kan du om nødvendigt bruge en vaskemaskine til badedragter. Brug en blid cyklus, koldt vand og et mildt vaskemiddel. Placer badedragt i en meshvasketaske for at forhindre strækning eller snagging. Undgå at bruge stofblødgøringsmidler og høj varme.