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Laundry Archives - University Square Apartments Blog https://www.universitysquaresite.com/blog/tag/laundry/ Just another Rent Cafe Blogs Sites site Mon, 26 Aug 2019 01:18:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Hacks to Get Stains Out of Your Clothes Fast https://www.universitysquaresite.com/blog/2019/08/26/hacks-to-get-stains-out-of-your-clothes-fast/ https://www.universitysquaresite.com/blog/2019/08/26/hacks-to-get-stains-out-of-your-clothes-fast/#respond Mon, 26 Aug 2019 01:16:00 +0000 http://www.universitysquaresite.com/blog/?p=920 Like magic, it is possible to lift stains out of clothes nearly as fast as they set in. Although this seems unfathomable in many ways, it is true. You just have to have the right items and techniques at your disposal to complete the job right. To help you out, you can use this guide…

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]]> WasherLike magic, it is possible to lift stains out of clothes nearly as fast as they set in. Although this seems unfathomable in many ways, it is true. You just have to have the right items and techniques at your disposal to complete the job right. To help you out, you can use this guide on how to remove three stain-causing substances from your clothes.

Mustard

The pigments in yellow mustard are so strong that they can even stain plastic. On clothing, mustard seems to instantly become a part of the fabric, changing its colors for eternity. Thankfully, when combined with a few drops of dish soap, white vinegar holds the key to removing yellow mustard from clothes. Simply stir together these powerful agents and soak the stain in the mixture overnight. In the morning, launder like normal to remove the rest of the stain.

Grass

Stubborn grass stains may inspire you to throw out your clothes rather than wasting another moment cleaning them. Fortunately, it does not need to be that way. You can lift grass stains from your clothes with baking soda and water. Simply mix ¼ cup of baking soda with two tablespoons of water to make a thick paste. Rub the paste on the grass stain and allow to sit for one full day. Wash like normal to release the remainder of the green pigments.  

Blood

Blood can set in fast, leaving a dark brown mark on your clothes for an eternity, unless you tackle that stain with hydrogen peroxide. Pour the peroxide straight onto the stain and allow to soak overnight at least. When you wash out the fabric the next day, the proteins in the blood will rinse away, eliminating the stain altogether.  

When working on stain removal, always look at the fabric after it washes to verify the pigments are fully removed. If not, repeat the process—and whatever you do, don’t dry the fabric until the stain is completely gone.

When you are finished removing stains from all the clothing in your life, give us a call at 844-795-6793 to see how we can help you upgrade your Flagstaff, AZ apartment.

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]]> https://www.universitysquaresite.com/blog/2019/08/26/hacks-to-get-stains-out-of-your-clothes-fast/feed/ 0 920 How to Decode Laundry Symbols https://www.universitysquaresite.com/blog/2016/07/03/how-to-decode-laundry-symbols/ Sun, 03 Jul 2016 22:43:00 +0000 http://www.universitysquaresite.com/blog/?p=536 NAU students living at University Square Apartments in Flagstaff, Arizona, like college students everywhere, are more than likely having their first experience with doing their own laundry. They're finding out that there can be a lot more to it than meets the eye. You don’t necessarily just toss it in the washer or dryer and…

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]]> NAU students living at University Square Apartments in Flagstaff, Arizona, like college students everywhere, are more than likely having their first experience with doing their own laundry. They're finding out that there can be a lot more to it than meets the eye. You don’t necessarily just toss it in the washer or dryer and push a button. Some fabrics and materials can be ruined without special care. Therefore, clothing manufacturers attach labels with specific instructions on how a garment should be washed or cleaned, usually found in the same place as the size label. As as a matter of fact, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission requires manufacturers to attach these labels, and studies have shown that four out of five people actually read and follow these instructions.

Decoding Laundry Symbols

At one time manufacturers were required write out these cleaning instructions in plain language, but in July of 1997 the FTC decided it would allow makers to use symbols instead, kind of like the universal symbols seen on traffic signs and restrooms. This saves manufacturers time and money, but it can be confusing for consumers who are unfamiliar with them.

The symbols were developed by the American Society for Testing and Materials and are supposed to be intuitive and easy to understand, but in reality they’re not without a little initial guidance. Luckily, the American Cleaning Institute has published a handy guide to the most commonly used symbols, which can be found here. They also offer another visual guide to the common elements of all the symbols here. With just a little study and practice, you too can become a laundry pro.

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Residents of University Square Apartments in Flagstaff, AZ who have questions or concerns about our laundry facilities are encouraged to stop by the office or contact us by phone and we’ll be more than happy to assist you.
 

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