Prevent small holes in clothes
Have you ever wondered where the little holes in the clothes came from? Almost exclusively T-shirts and thin sweaters are affected, usually even in one and the same place, but what is in most cases to blame for the ominous pitting?
There are several causes for these holes, and if you avoid them, the clothes will hopefully stay healthy. Many also speculate that it is the poorer quality of shirts (cotton) possibly even planned by the manufacturer, so you have to quickly buy new clothes again. How else can it be that some shirts last forever, but others break down faster and break down? If you suspect poor quality you should definitely complain and exchange the goods.
Prevent holes
- Worktops or desks Take off with an old tights on the side, because often small damages of wooden table and co can tear down the smallest holes, which widen with time.
- The belt buckle is for holes in the abdominal area usually the culprit. The friction on the buckle causes the holes. Who pays attention z. B. change the seat height of the belt, or pushes the buckle slightly laterally, can prevent this. Of course, the shirt would best be in the pants, but that does not seem to be too fashionable;)
- Zippers: If the zipper does not disappear behind the fabric strip or often folds down and up, you will soon have the first hole in your shirt. Always make sure that the zipper is in the bar.
- The washing machine should also be checked, sometimes solve small parts inside that harms unnoticed clothes. Just scan the drum for sharp objects with your fingers. Even with an old nylon tights you could try that, what is left hanging, it is an internal defect of the machine. You should also refrain from washing clothing with zippers along with shirts and skinny sweaters, or you simply turn the pants over to the left side, then no contact is made. It is best to wash bras and other lace pieces in a net or pillow case, as the bra locks can tear thin shirts.
- clothes moth could also be guilty of holes. Take care, clear the cupboard and clean it well. Moths hate the scent of lavender, some dried lavender in the cupboard also provides good protection, in case a moth would have accidentally got lost in the cupboard. Also lavender oil works very well, this can be dripped on a tissue and put in the closet.
What to do if the clothes are beyond saving? On the Internet you will find many ideas around the topic of upcycling old clothes.
