Hva er den beste måten å vaske badedrakten på?

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

One of the fabrics in most badedrakts 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 badedrakt to expand. Another problem that can affect badedrakts is that chlorine can change the color of the cloth. If the badedrakt is washed soon enough, this can be prevented.

Some people opt for washing their bathing badedrakts 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 badetøy manufacturer ProSwimwear advises that a typical wash cycle can damage the fabric of most badetøy. However, modern badetøy designers are now devising certain versions of a bathing badedrakt specifically designed to be washed by machine.

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

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

Although rinsing can eliminate many of the chemicals which could damage your badedrakt, 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 badedrakt inside out. After you’ve done this you can gently place the entire badedrakt into the detergent-infused water. Swish the badedrakt in the water for a few minutes; then, drain the water. Once the water has drained you can run cold water over the badedrakt to rinse it clean. Squeeze the badedrakt to help express the soap and water from the bathing suit.

Getting rid of flekker

If your badedrakt 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 flekker.

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

Drying the badedrakt

The best way to dry the badedrakt is to use air drying. Use a drying rack, and spread the badedrakt 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 badedrakt.

Storing badedrakts

Once the badedrakt 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 badedrakt flat and to keep it in a clean, dry place. At the end of the swimming season, you will want to place your bathing badedrakt in a fabric garment bag. Using a plastic garment bag is not a good choice; plastic might cause moisture to build up in the badedrakt. Moisture could then cause mildew, and that would thwart your best efforts to keep your bathing badedrakt in good condition

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Er det viktig å tørke badedrakten din ordentlig?

Hvis du vet den beste måten å vaske en badedrakt på, må du tørke badedrakten ordentlig for å få best mulig resultat.

Er det trygt å bruke en vaskemaskin til badedrakter, og i så fall, hva er de beste innstillingene?

Mens håndvask generelt anbefales, kan du bruke en vaskemaskin til badedrakter om nødvendig. Bruk en skånsom syklus, kaldt vann og et mildt vaskemiddel. Plasser badedrakten i en netting vaskeri for å forhindre strekk eller snagging. Unngå å bruke stoffmykner og høy varme.