Here we show you an incredible and low-cost method to get very clean tea towels without even letting them fit in the washing machine.
Are your kitchen towels really dirty and smell a lot? Do you always put them in the washing machine but would like to find an alternative solution? Today we show you a method that allows you to get clean tea towels with 5 minutes.
Very dirty tea towels, how to prevent them from smelling
One of the main problems of kitchens is that they often smell bad smells. Sometimes, these come from the utensils we use that make our lives in the kitchen easier. One of these must-have accessories is certainly the tea towel, which often, however, gives off bad smells.
To prevent, therefore, kitchen towels from becoming too smelly and starting to make us want to buy new ones, it is important to wash them regularly and properly. Here are some tips to avoid odors:
- Use tea towels only for specific purposes. For example, use one tea towel only to clean the countertop in the kitchen and another only to dry the dishes.
- Wash the tea towel after each use. If they are only slightly dirty, you can rinse them under warm water and then let them air dry. If they are very dirty, wash them in the washing machine with detergent and hot water.
- Use a sanitizer. If the tea towel gives off strong odors, add half a glass of bleach or a cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle.
- Dry the tea towels thoroughly. After washing them, make sure they are completely dry before storing.
- Replace tea towels regularly. If the tea towel is very old and cannot be cleaned, it is better to replace it with a new one.
By following these tips, you can prevent your kitchen towel from becoming too smelly. Often, however, these methods can prove to be really expensive to apply and are not sustainable for those who do not have much time to devote to home care.
That’s why below we show you a remedy that will allow you to clean your kitchen placemats in just 5 minutes.
How to clean them in 5 minutes without the washing machine
A remedy that will allow you to always get them clean and sanitize them is to boil them in water. You will also need to add an ingredient that you surely have at home, baking soda. Here’s all you need to do:
- Place the clean tea towels in a large pot.
- Fill the pot with hot water until the tea towels are covered.
- Add 1/2 cup of baking soda to the water.
- Put the pot on the stove and bring the water to a boil.
- Let the tea towels boil for 30 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and leave the tea towels in the water for at least an hour.
- Drain the tea towels and spread them out.
While boiling, you can also add a few drops of the essential oil of your choice, so that they smell good.
We recommend that you always clean your placemats with baking soda, as it is a natural detergent that helps remove dirt and odors from fabrics. Plus, it’s gentle on fabrics and won’t damage the fibers, making it a great choice for washing your kitchen towel.
