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The myth that white clothes only stay white with bleach
Short answer: White clothes can be kept white without bleach. Grey and yellowish fabric is often caused by residues o...
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The myth that pilling means poor quality
Short answer: Pilling is not necessarily a sign of poor quality. Pills form when short fibre ends are rubbed loose an...
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The myth that the tumble dryer only shrinks cotton
Short answer: The tumble dryer can shrink far more than cotton. Viscose, wool and garments with elastane are also aff...
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The myth that a bigger size always means more comfort
Short answer: A larger size is not automatically more comfortable. Clothing that is too big can slip, crease, chafe a...
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The myth that wool always itches
Short answer: Wool does not always itch. The itch comes from thick, stiff fibres that prickle the skin, while fine wo...
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The myth that synthetic sportswear is always best for exercise
Short answer: Synthetic sportswear dries quickly and is hard wearing, but it is not always the best choice. For gentl...
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The myth that natural fibres never smell
Short answer: Every fibre can end up smelling. Odour develops when bacteria break down sweat, and that happens on cot...
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The myth that tight underwear gives better support
Short answer: Support comes from fit and construction, not from how hard the fabric squeezes. Underwear that is too t...
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The myth that clothes must be washed after every wear
Short answer: Not every garment needs washing after a single day. Underwear and socks should go in the wash each time...
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The myth that fabric softener makes bamboo softer
Short answer: Fabric softener puts a thin film on the fibres that can feel soft at first. On bamboo viscose, however,...
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The myth that new clothes must be washed at 60 degrees
Short answer: New clothes do not need a 60 degree wash to get clean. A wash at 30 or 40 degrees removes excess dye an...
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The myth that expensive underwear always lasts longer
Short answer: A high price can reflect good quality, but it can also reflect branding, design and marketing. Durabili...
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