A PAIR of white linen trousers or a white T-shirt – two staples in our summer wardrobe this season.
But as chic as they may make us look, light-coloured garments are also prone to stubborn stains that are often impossible to get out.
While there are plenty of store-bought powders and products to tackle this, turns out, you can also use alternative methods for a fraction of the price.
Lynsey Crombie, , has shared a simple, cost-effective solution to bring back their brightness without spending a fortune.
The best part? You probably have the item you need in your home already.
If you – or your little one – have been enjoying some time in the grass, the whizz told viewers how any cheap toothpaste can work wonders to .
However, when trying out this trick, there’s an easy mistake not to make, she warned.
”;Don’t go and get the blue one – because you’re just gonna make a mess.
White toothpaste, she explained, has got , which helps lift stains and brighten clothing.
To make your garments sparkle, simply apply the white directly to the stain with a drop of water.
Rub in with an old toothbrush and leave to sit for ten to 15 minutes.
Pop it in a cold water wash and leave to dry in the sun.
According to the expert, not only will your clothes come out looking like brand new, they will also have that refreshing mint aroma.
”;And don’t go buy a really expensive one – they’re 40p in one of the major supermarkets.
”;Keep it in your cupboard, rub it in and then just leave that for a bit.”;
Zesty trick
But if you don’t have toothpaste at hand, lemons work a treat too, another guru, Thomas Bird, textiles expert and owner ofFabric Online, .
“Lemon juiceis a natural and affordable solution to making your whites even whiter”;, he insists.
“Lemons contain citric acid, a natural bleaching agent that effectively breaks down even the toughest stains.
“Unlike chemical whiteners, such as bleach,it lifts stains from your clothes without the risk of damagemaking it the perfect alternative for brightening your whites.”;
A pack of lemons costs just 69p in Aldi, making it a very affordable hack.
Beyond its stain-fighting power, Thomas points out that lemon juice also leaves your clothes with a fresh, citrusy scent whilst eliminating any unpleasant odours.
To use lemon juice in your laundry, simply squeeze three lemons into a glass, which should equal about half a cup of lemon juice.
Next, add the lemon juice directly to your washing machine along with your regular laundry detergent.
Then set your washing machine to the normal spin cycle and let the magic happen.
After the wash, let your clothes dry as usual, and watch the noticeable difference appear as they dry.
