Is there anything you can use before washing red clothing so it will not bleed afterward?
By lisa from Grand Rapids, MN
Put the item(s) in the dryer for a cycle-the heat should help set the color. Also, when you wash the item, use cold water and add about a half a cup of salt to the water. Red is a toughie though, there are no guarantees-sorry.
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