{"id":10020,"date":"2021-08-29T08:57:31","date_gmt":"2021-08-29T08:57:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/?p=10020"},"modified":"2021-08-29T08:57:33","modified_gmt":"2021-08-29T08:57:33","slug":"how-to-wash-farm-clothes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/how-to-wash-farm-clothes\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Wash Farm Clothes: 12 Simple Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether you raise chickens, pigs, cows, sheep, or some other form of livestock, there\u2019s no doubt about it – knowing how to wash farm clothes to remove the animal smell is important! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While most people will likely appreciate all the hard work that you do to make sure tables are well-stocked with food, your washing machine is probably not so grateful for the extra work. Farm clothes get dirty – here are some tips on how to keep them stink-free and fresh. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Get Farm Smell Out of Clothes?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Can\u2019t seem to shake that unpleasant smell of cow manure? You can always dab some Vicks Vapor Rub under your nose – you won\u2019t be able to smell anything but the menthol! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s a joke, of course – but if you want to get that unbearable farm smell out of your clothes, there are a few simple tips you can follow.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Use Household Ammonia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An easy way to get farm smells out of your clothes is to use a bit of household ammonia. Just add half a cup of the non-sudsing variety to your washer. Fill the rest of the washer with warm water, making sure the clothes are fully submerged. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let the clothes soak for half an hour, then wash with a heavy-duty detergent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If there are still some lingering odors leftover afterward, you can always repeat the process. Whatever you do, don\u2019t add chlorine bleach. When combined with ammonia, bleach can produce toxic fumes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Baking Soda and Hydrogen Peroxide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for a more natural solution to eliminate odors, baking soda is a classic choice. It can be used on its own or you can combine it with hydrogen peroxide for a double punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you use hydrogen peroxide, just be aware it can cause a bleaching effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply baking soda directly to clothes and let it sit – or if you\u2019d rather use the combined method, fill your washer with warm water, a cup of hydrogen peroxide, and a cup of baking soda. Let it sit for an hour (or longer, if the clothes are super stinky). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you decide to use this solution, it\u2019s best to mix it up as needed. Hydrogen peroxide won\u2019t be as potent if it is allowed to sit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve allowed the odors to be mostly dissolved in this soak, go ahead and wash with a heavy-duty detergent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Distilled White Vinegar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although white vinegar<\/a> may not be as effective as some of the other treatments, it can be a good way to get rid of certain smells. Fill your washer and then add a couple of cups of vinegar to the warm water. Soak your work clothes for three hours, then wash as usual.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Drying Clothes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, throwing your farm clothes in the dryer on your typical high heat cycle isn\u2019t going to do much to get rid of any smells. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you weren\u2019t able to remove all the smells in the regular washing routine, the high heat setting might cause the odors to be pressed deeper into the fibers, making them difficult to remove.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, if you absolutely have to dry your clothes in a dryer, you should do so on the lowest setting possible. Remove the clothes while they\u2019re still damp and let them air dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Line drying is the best way to dry farm clothes. The rays of the sun will help neutralize odors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Dry Clean Only?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re shopping for farm clothes, it\u2019s a good idea to steer clear of picks that are described as dry-clean only. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you wind up with a few garments that are in this category, don\u2019t worry. Just make sure you air the clothing out of direct sunlight – and then get them to the dry cleaners as soon as possible. The longer you let them sit, the harder it is going to be to get rid of the smells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, you may be able to handwash an item rather than bringing it to the cleaner\u2019s. Check the garment label for more information, then consider this video for tips on how to hand wash your clothes the right way:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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