Be Your Own Pro At Proper Bathing Suit Care

We would all agree that proper care of all our clothing items, including our favorite stylish bathing suit, is important. If you do not take proper care of your favorite bathing suit, you may find yourself faced with choosing another suit to take its place. With that said, the team here at Jimmy’s Cleaners and Alterations wants to share some tips on proper bathing suit care with all our valued clients.

That darling little swimsuit that you have been sporting now for a couple of seasons can become faded and even stained if not properly taken care of. From the chlorine levels in the pool and salt in the ocean, to the sandy beaches and extreme summer heat, it’s more than obvious that your favorite swimsuit should be cleaned often. Here at Jimmy’s Cleaners, we want to help you make a summer splash with your favorite sassy swimsuit!

Here’s How to Wash and Preserve Your Favorite Swimsuit

For starters, even if you choose not to go into the water, because of sunscreens and body sweat, you will still need to wash that favorite swimsuit. If you fail to do so, you will see over time that these elements will damage the fabric and even result in staining.

• Be sure to rinse your swimsuit after every wear – At the end of your fun-filled day, be sure to rinse your swimsuit properly. Whether you jump under a shower with your swimsuit on or give it a quick hand rinse with a gentle soft shampoo, you want to be sure to remove any chlorine from the fabric. This will keep your favorite little piece looking its absolute best.
• Give your swimsuit a personal cleaning touch – Be sure not to toss your favorite swimsuit in with your everyday laundry. We highly recommend you wash it by hand since this will preserve its integrity while still removing chlorine, oils, and other chemicals. Always wash and rinse with lukewarm water and use a soft detergent that is specific to delicate fabrics. Allow your favorite little piece to soak for about 30 minutes before drying it.
• How to handle those stains – Sunscreens, oils, deodorants, and summer favorite foods and drinks can cause unavoidable stains on your favorite swimsuit. If a typical hand washing does not remove the stain, then it’s time to wash your swimsuit in either vinegar or baking soda. You can either apply baking soda directly to the stain, leaving it on for about 1.5 hours and then rinsing it. Otherwise, you can choose to soak your swimsuit in distilled white vinegar mixed with warm water. Use 1 part of vinegar to 3 parts of warm water.
• Avoid stretching or fading your favorite little swimsuit – Once you have washed your bathing suit, you must take proper steps in drying it. Proper bathing suit care is essential to keeping your swimsuit looking sassy and new. Never use a dryer or lay a swimsuit out to dry in the sun. Also, you should never wring out your favorite little piece since this will damage the fabric’s structure, leaving you with a suit that looks oversized. Instead of wringing the suit, simply squeeze the water out without twisting and turning. The best way to dry a swimsuit is to turn it inside out and lay it flat on a surface.

It’s Really That Simple

These little tips should help you to be a master of swimsuit care and cleaning. The team here at Jimmy’s Cleaners and Alterations hopes that you found this information helpful. Remember, for all your laundry and dry-cleaning needs always look to the pros here at Jimmy’s Cleaners. Be sure to check out our weekly specials and if need be, take advantage of our convenient pick up and drop off services as well. Summer is right around the corner so be sure to remember to practice proper bathing suit care so that your favorite swimsuit can keep on looking as sassy and incredible as the day you first bought it and made your first summer splash!