keeping color bright for many years
#22
Vinegar is good for a lot of things. Try it on moss, weeds, grass in the driveway....just be careful not to get it on something you want to live!. I use white vinegar, full strength. Also, if you have a cat using your favorite flower bed for a potty break, just put some vinegar where he left his message and he will stay away.
#23
Originally Posted by yourstrulyquilts
Vinegar is good for a lot of things. Try it on moss, weeds, grass in the driveway....just be careful not to get it on something you want to live!. I use white vinegar, full strength. Also, if you have a cat using your favorite flower bed for a potty break, just put some vinegar where he left his message and he will stay away.
#24
Originally Posted by dojo36
Originally Posted by yourstrulyquilts
Vinegar is good for a lot of things. Try it on moss, weeds, grass in the driveway....just be careful not to get it on something you want to live!. I use white vinegar, full strength. Also, if you have a cat using your favorite flower bed for a potty break, just put some vinegar where he left his message and he will stay away.
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I would be reluctant to use vinegar in a final rinse.. I'd want it washed thoroughly out of the fabric as acid can break down fabric fibre and vinegar is nothing but acetic acid. I have also used hypertonic salt water to set dye in fabric. This too I wash out thoroughly after setting the color for 20 min or so.
#29
Originally Posted by kwhite
I used cloth 21 years ago.
#30
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Using about 1/2 cup vinegar in rinse water does wonders for keeping darks from getting that dull grayish film. Also helps dish towels and bath towels smelling fresh.
It does keep colors from fading. Vinegar has a long history of being useful.
It does keep colors from fading. Vinegar has a long history of being useful.
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