Colored laundry should remain brightly colored for as long as possible. With the right washing and care, this is easy to do.

These four tips will help you avoid mistakes when washing. The lighter the item of laundry, the higher the risk of absorbing color pigments. Despite all caution, discoloration does not always occur. If you wash the discolored item of clothing individually and according to the care instructions, the problem may be remedied immediately. Baking soda or baking powder can also help. You can find everything about household and garden tips in the living newsletter from our partner Merkur.de. The dryer causes the bright tones to fade more quickly. If the clothes stay in the machine for a long time, colors can rub off on other items. You should hang the clothes up to dry. If there are visible stains on the clothing, you can pre-treat them, for example with curd soap. The care labels on the textiles provide information about how exactly they should be washed.