How to Remove Formaldehyde From Clothing
- 1). Turn the temperature dial on the washing machine to the cold water cycle. Let the drum fill up with water and add 1 cup of powdered milk.
- 2). Submerge only the formaldehyde clothing in the cold water and let soak for at least 2 hours but no more than 4 hours.
- 3). Turn the washer dial to a rinse and spin cycle, and close the lid. Let the washing machine finish the cycle.
- 4). Fill the drum up with cold water, and add 1/4 cup of laundry detergent and 1 cup of baking soda. Close the lid and let the washer begin to agitate the clothing.
- 5). Open the lid right before the rinse cycle begins and add 1 cup of white vinegar. Close the lid and allow the washing machine to finish the rinse and spin cycle.
- 6). Remove the clothing from the washing machine. Hang the clothing out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat. Let dry for several hours.
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