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Laundry rescue

Can I save it?

Shrunk your favourite sweater, or a red sock turned the whites pink? Tell us what happened and get honest odds and a step-by-step plan using things you already have at home.

What went wrong?

Quick first aid, before you do anything else

  • Shrunk wool or cotton: do not dry it again. Heat makes it permanent. Keep it damp until you start the rescue.
  • Dye ran onto other clothes: do not put them in the dryer. Rewash the stained items in cold water straight away, while the dye is still loose.
  • Bleach spots: rinse with lots of cold water to stop the bleach working.

Want to avoid it next time? Read how to wash without shrinking.