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  • Опубликовано: 18 авг 2024
  • Tips & tricks on how to restore your shirts' brilliance: gentl.mn/keepi...
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    00:00 White Shirts: Introduction
    White shirts are a foundational item in a Classic wardrobe but chances are if you own a white shirt, you’ve already had some experience with the difficulty of keeping them white.
    Please note that this video is not about cleaning more general stains from white shirts.
    01:20 Why Do White Shirts Discolor?
    Discoloration on white shirts can assume a few forms from a general yellow or gray dinginess on the entire shirt to yellow patches in particular areas. The main culprit is body oils and sweat that settle into the shirt’s fabric and eventually become stains.
    03:43 Removing Localized Stains
    This will likely be concentrated around problem areas like armpits, collars, or cuffs. We’ll begin by applying a cleaning and whitening product directly to the stain. You can use specialized products or diluted liquid or powder detergent mixed with water.
    If you prefer a more natural or homemade approach, you can use undiluted white vinegar or make a cleaning paste out of baking soda and water or hydrogen peroxide.
    For particularly tough stains or stains that are old and thoroughly set, you can also use a bleach alternative that has many of the cleaning and whiting properties of chlorine bleach but won’t seriously damage most fabrics.
    06:25 Removing General Discoloration
    For situations in which the entire shirt seems to be discolored which sometimes happens with older, well-worn shirts, you can remove the yucky yellow or grimy gray with a revitalizing wash to restore the shirt’s original whiteness.
    One of the easiest cleaning products to use will be a detergent specifically formulated for white fabrics. You can also use about two cups of baking soda.
    09:10 20 Quick Tips -
    1. Wear an undershirt
    2. Don’t forget to scrub your neck
    3. Don’t apply personal products directly onto fabrics
    4. Spritz shirts with lemon juice before wearing them
    5. Pretreat shirts after wearing.
    6. Wash white shirts more regularly
    7. Quickly handle any stains
    8. Pretreat before washing
    9. Wash shirts inside out
    10. Wash whites separately
    11. Use a detergent formulated for whites
    12. Use the right amount of detergent
    13. Avoid fabric softeners
    14. Consider an extra rinse cycle
    15. Wash in sufficiently hot water
    16. Don’t overload the washer
    17. Clean your washer
    18. Dry on the gentle cycle or in the sun
    19. Be aware of hard water
    20. Store white shirts properly
    We hope that you enjoyed learning both how to restore the whiteness of white shirts and how to keep them white.
    18:00 Outfit Rundown

Комментарии • 108

  • @inquisitorholt8782
    @inquisitorholt8782 Год назад +14

    Yet another reason any gentleman needs to subscribe to this channel.

  • @willsault3924
    @willsault3924 Год назад +36

    My favorite comment was that in order to reduce neck stains, one should wash their neck! Having gone through basic training I can attest to the fact that some guys need to be told to wash their nooks and crannies. 😂

    • @jessicaholland
      @jessicaholland Год назад +1

      😂😂😂

    • @piccalillipit9211
      @piccalillipit9211 Год назад +5

      I switched to a keto diet cos I had an insulin production problem, one of the weird side affects was my shirt collars STOPPED getting dirty. So much so I could not tell if I had worn them or not.

  • @megansingerlcsw2116
    @megansingerlcsw2116 Год назад +16

    Woman here. Dr. Bronner's concentrated Sal Suds does wonders for removing stains of all sorts: grease, yellowing on shirts, dirt, blood, etc.

  • @docloftis
    @docloftis Год назад +30

    Here’s another tip… When you wash your whites, be sure if you have hard water that you regularly clean your washing machine filters which can trap rust particles. These often leave orange spots on white garments if you’re not careful. Also, when you’re done washing them hang them outside for the sun to do a full natural whitening process.

  • @deltasquared7777
    @deltasquared7777 Год назад +34

    Best way to wash white shirts making shirts really white is using an oxygen releasing detergent such as Oxyclean in hot water. The active oxygen releasing ingredient in Oxyclean is sodium percarbonate which releases oxygen in hot water, with sodium carbonate (otherwise known as washing soda) as a decomposition product. For heavy biological stains such as yellowed collars and armpits, the ultimate stain removing material is Alconox, which is based on enzymatic action that breaks down protein stain by cleavage of the protein molecule. Since its action is enzymatic, and enzyme protein cleavage is a fairly slow chemical reaction it is best to soak the shirt for a fair period of time, (hours). Alconox is fairly expensive and it is usually sufficient to spray only the stanined areas, folowed by washing (peferably with soaking) using a peroxide/percarbonate detergent in hot water.. (do not use these materials to wash wool or silk, which are protein fibers--pure sodium carbonate for washing can be bought in bulk which is what I do; it is generally color safe and usually brightens colors)

    • @rogerr.8507
      @rogerr.8507 Год назад +4

      how to remove mildew stains?

  • @JWomack
    @JWomack Год назад +7

    I've dabbled with all these methods and they do work to one degree or another. Once fool-proof method for me is using RIT Color Remover or RIT White Wash. The products are very similar - in fact the ingredients seem to be the same. The stove-top method is superior to simply adding it to the wash IMO. I have rescued several shirts, including one of my formal pique shirts that was washed (not by me, grrr) AFTER a load of colors but somehow still picked up a pink hue from the previous load. The shirt was properly pink and IMMEDIATELY turned super white again when submerging in the RIT product. The process is not for the faint of heart; the area needs to be well-ventilated and a mask is also recommended, but it works.

  • @sensemaya1
    @sensemaya1 Год назад +9

    I always use soda crystals in every wash and use white vinegar instead of fabric conditioner. Separate whites from colours and don't keep washing at low temperatures. This also keeps the washing machine in good nick. Sunlight is also good for natural bleaching. Great video.

  • @ivanlazarev6414
    @ivanlazarev6414 Год назад +10

    I like how Preston enunciates and doesn't rush forward slurring one's speech. Good show!

  • @frankface7288
    @frankface7288 Год назад +3

    One word..... Dawn. As many have stated wash as soon as possible (within 12hrs). Concentrated Dawn dish soap cuts through grease and oil like a champ. The blue color dye added to many laundry detergents is there to brighten whites. Treat stains directly with Dawn, massage into fabric with finger.
    I hand wash all my garments in a sink using dawn for soaking. When it comes to whites and light colors I always spot treat and soak as soon as I take them off. For any stain that stubbornly persists on whites I use a tiny drop of shoe cleaner and brush it in with a tooth brush adding water as I go so the product spreads out.
    I keep a small visine type eye dropper vessel filled with dawn in my bag at all times. The faster you treat any stain the better.

  • @supersonique001
    @supersonique001 Год назад +4

    My trick is pre-treatment of collars etc. with your hair shampoo, works beautifully !

  • @drip369
    @drip369 Год назад +12

    One thing I try to do when I plan wear white is getting my hair and beard oil in two hours before getting dressed just because I've had beard oil seep onto a couple of collars in the past

    • @john1959ism
      @john1959ism Год назад

      English composition isn't your forte....

  • @DenisZaharenko
    @DenisZaharenko Год назад +8

    Excellent. I was waiting for this.

  • @TheRealE.B.
    @TheRealE.B. Год назад +11

    My spouse kept throwing out "ruined" shirts before we learned that antiperspirant was the culprit.

  • @Riddlemewalker
    @Riddlemewalker Год назад +4

    Bluing! I recall my mother had a bottle of that. Nice tips!

  • @mtvdvm4940
    @mtvdvm4940 Год назад +10

    As a veterinarian I will say hydrogen peroxide is amazing. I have an neat ruined many shirts during emergency farm calls with horse blood, but some peroxide and cold water will fix quite a lot.

    • @edwardbevington9351
      @edwardbevington9351 Год назад

      Apparently its very strong but they do use that in dry cleaners. Good show 👍

    • @mtvdvm4940
      @mtvdvm4940 Год назад +6

      @@edwardbevington9351 oh believe me. Works. I was amputating a damaged dog tail and missed a small skin artery when tying off vessels, I looked like Jack the Ripper. My technician had it white as a sheet in an hour. Now we did burn 1/2 a bottle of H2O2, but cheaper than a shirt lol.

  • @bustysaintclair
    @bustysaintclair Год назад +2

    never heard of bluing before, will have to give it a go

  • @MarcPagan
    @MarcPagan Год назад +5

    You guys continue to be awesome!

  • @westfieldartworks8188
    @westfieldartworks8188 Год назад +5

    I've been using the Laundress Bleach Alternative from your white t-shirt cleaning suggestions. It's works pretty good, but yes...in certain spots, even with a long soak, a brush should be taken to it. I'm really now interested in this Blueing agent. I'm going to buy some. I appreciate the video! Cheers.

  • @gordonbrandt9739
    @gordonbrandt9739 Год назад +1

    I agree with some of the comments that a regular cleaning of the washer can have an effect on the results of your cleaning cycle.

  • @_thomas1031
    @_thomas1031 Год назад +3

    This video is SO needed by myself right now!!lol👏

  • @JonathanWrightSA
    @JonathanWrightSA Год назад +1

    Well timed video release. My tailor is delivering 5 new shirts (4 of which are white) and 2 new suits in a few weeks 🤣

  • @Markipedia
    @Markipedia Год назад +184

    My secret for keeping my shirts white: i give them to my mom

  • @edwardbevington9351
    @edwardbevington9351 Год назад +2

    Measurement equals merriment 😂👍 im using that 🙏 great vid.

  • @jmgerraughty
    @jmgerraughty Год назад +12

    I just expected this video to be Preston saying, “Bleach.” and then cutting to the saxophone!

  • @BoulderCreek77
    @BoulderCreek77 Год назад +3

    Great video once again fellas. Some good tips for sure. Keep up all the good work. Cheers!

  • @rogerr.8507
    @rogerr.8507 Год назад +5

    finally a good video!

  • @Dono.N
    @Dono.N 2 месяца назад

    I will stick with a Highland Scotch for a job well done. :) Thanks for the info!

  • @dag8987
    @dag8987 Год назад +1

    I usualy like to use bile soap. Just soak the spot you want to clean and then rub the bile soap against the stain and let it sit for 15-30 min before washing.

  • @yourlocaldoomer
    @yourlocaldoomer Год назад +38

    From personal experience, fabric softener ruins anything I wash it with. If you wash waistcoats/jackets/coats without fabric softener, it will be fine. Sure, you may have to iron it out a bit but I have no choice because there isn't any dry cleaning place even remotely near me. DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER WITH THICK COTTON YOUR CLOTHS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN

    • @carbonado2432
      @carbonado2432 Год назад

      what does it do??

    • @sensemaya1
      @sensemaya1 Год назад +5

      @@carbonado2432 Coats fabric in a waxy substance. Clogs dispenser drawer and other stuff you can google. Best to use white vinegar. It doesn't make your clothes smell of vinegar and is good for your machine. I don't like my clothes smelling of fragrance as I have my own colognes for that.

    • @yourlocaldoomer
      @yourlocaldoomer Год назад +1

      @@carbonado2432 It eats away at the stuff I put in it, so there's just teeny tiny cotton fibers that get built up on the fabric. I guess it's supposed to be "soft"

    • @georgevavoulis4758
      @georgevavoulis4758 Год назад

      Even white vinegar ?

    • @georgevavoulis4758
      @georgevavoulis4758 Год назад +2

      In my neighborhood people use so much fabric softener the streets smell like perfume just by walking by you can fabric softener

  • @Fush1234
    @Fush1234 Год назад +2

    To remove red wine or ballpoint, simply soak the white shirt in a bucket ( submerge) of full cream milk overnite and then wash on a regular shirt cycle with regular washing powder. The lactic acid in the milk thrives on these 2 items and you’ll be amazed at the result. Easy

  • @jessicaholland
    @jessicaholland Год назад +5

    I’m a woman I snuck in to be nosey and also to keep my mama shirts white when he needs me to 😊

  • @dddunlap86
    @dddunlap86 Год назад +1

    Thank you

  • @13DTodd
    @13DTodd Год назад +1

    What’s the consensus on vinegar and borax? I had an ER trip from a bad cut in which i leaked quite a bit of fluid on a white shirt. That combo got everything out

  • @avianfour3303
    @avianfour3303 Год назад

    Not necessarily related to the video, but how would it be best to dress gentlemanly while being an massive outdoors man (hiking, camping, sports, etc)?

  • @justsomeoldguy3839
    @justsomeoldguy3839 Год назад +4

    I'm remembering a Seinfeld episode:
    "If you've got blood on your clothes,
    then you have bigger problems than what
    detergent to use.". 😂😂😂

    • @Egilhelmson
      @Egilhelmson Год назад

      Raw meat produces blood, as well as enemy agents.

  • @richardsanty9063
    @richardsanty9063 Год назад +4

    I would just go out and buy a new shirt.

  • @Lou.B
    @Lou.B Год назад

    Very good!

  • @jacksonguillory8114
    @jacksonguillory8114 10 месяцев назад

    "Or blood following an altercation with Raphael"
    My sides have gone into orbit.

  • @davidnorth9390
    @davidnorth9390 Год назад +4

    Here''s a pre-treating hack for white shirt collars, underarms and cuffs: Gently brush those sites with inexpensive, baking soda/peroxide-formula TOOTHPASTE!

  • @wayneigoe6722
    @wayneigoe6722 Год назад

    Anyone know how to get dark color nail polish out of white bedsheets?

  • @davegball
    @davegball Год назад +3

    It's so difficult to keep anything white clean.

    • @alexmarques2398
      @alexmarques2398 Год назад

      Maybe that’s the charm of it. It’s exceptional and stands out. Even in modern times…

  • @Manuel421
    @Manuel421 Год назад +1

    Can a White Dress shirt be worn casually? Mine has somewhat of a texture to it but I think it looks fine with Dark Jeans or Chinos. I probably just answered my own question but I appreciate the content as always. I also have a few OCBS for when its cooler but haven't purchased a White one.

    • @carbonado2432
      @carbonado2432 Год назад +2

      Yes, but not in a classic style. Think goth style or Latino gold chain and medallion style.

    • @carbonado2432
      @carbonado2432 Год назад +2

      I like OCBD too, but a white one looks too much like underwear in my opinion, dont bother buying one for wearing as your top layer

    • @Manuel421
      @Manuel421 Год назад +1

      @@carbonado2432 For OCBDS I skip a White one so I completely agree. Like I said above my White Dress shirt has a bit of a texture to it so it can be dressed up or down easily. The most casual I'll go with it is probably a pair of Dark Wash jeans otherwise I normally stick with slacks and Chinos. Thanks for your comment. I use to wear gold chains when I was in school but now I prefer just a watch.

  • @vltn3020
    @vltn3020 Год назад +2

    Nice 🧐

  • @costcosocko
    @costcosocko Год назад +2

    Finally ….

  • @rogerr.8507
    @rogerr.8507 Год назад +2

    How to remove mildew stain??

  • @user-ks7hn3lv9l
    @user-ks7hn3lv9l 8 месяцев назад

    My name is Christian from Lagos Nigeria..where can I get oxyclean in Lagos Nigeria.. thank you

  • @YouTubeHandlerz
    @YouTubeHandlerz Год назад +1

    Would you recommend Tide White Pen

  • @jacquestaulard3088
    @jacquestaulard3088 Год назад

    Your have a great channel

  • @MrNikkertti
    @MrNikkertti Год назад

    Wash your dress shirts properly as soon as possible after wearing and you never need to worry about sweat staining.

  • @SpamMouse
    @SpamMouse Год назад +1

    Great beard, keep going. 🧔‍♂

  • @jamit2u
    @jamit2u Год назад

    What about seman stains ?

    • @carbonado2432
      @carbonado2432 Год назад

      follow guide for stain removal as per Protein stains

  • @Jrriverstone
    @Jrriverstone Месяц назад

    Only wear white in cool settings never use washing machine STEAM CLEAN only!

  • @buildingself1136
    @buildingself1136 Год назад +1

    I mean, I really was looking for a way to keep my whites shining whites

  • @rivaldoriyanto7072
    @rivaldoriyanto7072 Год назад +1

    Thats a nice beard

  • @piccalillipit9211
    @piccalillipit9211 Год назад +2

    *MY TRICK* I have a 1970's communist washing machine that beats the living sh!t out of them - washing is mostly a mechanical process...
    ... but heavy gauge well made machinery is very expensive to produce so now we try to wash them for 4 hours with lots of chemicals.

    • @tomjones2157
      @tomjones2157 Год назад

      You can pause the washing machine at the beginning of the cycle for a few hours. This soaking really gets the dirt out!

  • @BloodwingofGotham
    @BloodwingofGotham Год назад +1

    Long finger gang 7:15

    • @edwardbevington9351
      @edwardbevington9351 Год назад

      He Must play piano with those? Pianists fingers extend over time 👀👍

  • @runningMan84
    @runningMan84 Год назад +1

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  • @TheTOBroShow
    @TheTOBroShow Год назад +4

    How I keep my dress shirts white is by not buying them 😅

  • @zanjero
    @zanjero Год назад +4

    OMFG buy a razor!

  • @I..cast..fireball
    @I..cast..fireball Год назад

    I'll just keep on not owning anything white.

  • @DavidRice111
    @DavidRice111 Год назад

    Wow, Preston~ start smoking fine cigars and get yourself a manly voice.

  • @formacionG13
    @formacionG13 5 месяцев назад

    el sobaco, putea mi playera

  • @ZioStalin
    @ZioStalin Год назад +1

    How can something that's white discolor? 🤔

    • @alexmarques2398
      @alexmarques2398 Год назад

      Is English your first language? Actually, discolouration is gaining (wrong) colour. Brown water out of the tap is discoloured water.

    • @ZioStalin
      @ZioStalin Год назад

      @@alexmarques2398 The etimology of the word is to "un-color" (des- colorer) something. According to the oxford dictionary, it means "to change color, or to make the color of something change, in a way that makes it look less attractive".
      You may want to check the meaning of "wordplay" on the dictionary yourself, it should give you a hint.
      BTW You must be fun at parties LoL

    • @dm7744
      @dm7744 11 месяцев назад

      White shirts don't start out white....

  • @ayylma00
    @ayylma00 Год назад +3

    😂