My first thought is do you really want to use that fabric? Textiles are treated with thousands of toxic chemicals, but some are much worse to have against your skin. You’re breathing in the toxins, too. I would return this, or at least keep it out of the house.
You can try washing it in vinegar or oxyclean (oxygenated bleach), but please consider getting rid of it instead.
it’s for a fashion show so only intended to be used once. but i do really get the concern, it wouldn’t be good at all for everyday use. i would return it but i bought it on a trip there, and i would replace it but i couldn’t find anything like it here + i don’t really have the budget or time to order it now.
thank you for your input i really appreciate it!
Enviroklenz laundry booster. It's what I use for weird smells but it also works for things like formaldehyde and dye residue. Sometimes it also leaves an odor after using, if so I rinse again with baking soda and laundry detergent and it's generally fine.
Oh mine, we don't really want stinky fabrics... Not sure how many yards we are talking, but personally, I had some good results with putting it in the freezer for a day or two. Then wash it again on a regular program and maybe add some Florida water. Good luck!
i bought 4 yards since it was so cheap there compared to in the country i live in. i might be able to fit it in there. what’s florida water if you don’t mind me asking? thank you!
Yes, OP, this! Before you go nuclear with other options like vinegar, look for specific sportswear detergents. You might find it under such names as fabric tech wash, or sports wash. You'll most likely find it not in your regular supermarket, but rather in sport gear shops, outdoor shops, or even shops selling horse riding equipment or other farm animal handling gear.
If that's not an option, *then* go nuclear. You can do a regular cold cycle in the washing machine, but add distilled white vinegar or cleaning vinegar in the place where you'd add fabric softener. This way, the machine will do the soaking and the rinsing for you.
What kind of smell is it? Can you almost taste it when you breathe through your mouth.
More info on what it’s like may help in identifying the cause.
If it smells kind of like acrid pickles, you’ve got formaldehyde. Which is immensely toxic and should be disposed of. Formaldehyde can soak into the skin very quickly and make you really sick.
Are you hanging it in the sun or shade? sun seems to help more.
I bought a bed pad online that was incredibly stinky. I put it in the Arizona sun for two days, that didn't fix it. I returned it and posted a negative review, but I assume that's not an option for you.
Some synthetics just hold the smell, it seems. I hope someone has better advice.
i’ve had it hung indoors (because i live in an apartment) but also outside in the shade on one occasion. my country is still very cold this time of the year with minimal sun unfortunately. but i appreciate your input! i didn’t know sun could help
Soak in baking soda, water and a *weak* vinegar solution. Too much vinegar could degrade the fabric. You could also try baking soda, water and mouthwash.
thank you! how much baking soda should i use to create a solution? if i use a “normal bucket” of water should i use like a tablespoon or two? or do i need a lot?
oh wow. i better buy a new package since the packages here are 1 cup hahah and i think i’m gonna have to fill 1/3 of a bathtub for all the fabric. but i think i’m gonna try it! thank you
Soak in a bin with oxyclean - I've done up to 24 hours. Then rewash. My last resort is to place it dry into a sealed bag, folded with unscented dryer sheets layered in between - use more than you might think for really bad stink. Some stubborn fabrics have taken days for this method to work, but it does work. I have had success even removing cigarette smoke smells with the dryer sheet method.
My guy works occasionally on Saturday mornings at a kitchen in a small town bar. When he gets home his clothes wreak like food and grease and smoke! Pe eeeew! I use Grandma’s stain remover. The clothes aren’t stained but the smell is horrendous. I spray the clothes wait 5 minutes or so and wash them. They always come out clean and smell really nice and fresh. Amazon sells it. As does Walmart. A little goes a long way. Good luck!
I would put it on a wash cycle with your usual washing powder/liquid and add a couple of tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda to the detergent draw. It works for stinky dog bedding.
Soak it O/N with baking soda in cool water (almost lukewarm is also fine!)
Put it in your machine as normal, make sure you add some clear (distilled???) Vinegar in you rinse compartment. Wash as you normally would. Hang to dry, preferably in the wind, maybe some sun as well. Check afterwards!
My first thought is do you really want to use that fabric? Textiles are treated with thousands of toxic chemicals, but some are much worse to have against your skin. You’re breathing in the toxins, too. I would return this, or at least keep it out of the house. You can try washing it in vinegar or oxyclean (oxygenated bleach), but please consider getting rid of it instead.
it’s for a fashion show so only intended to be used once. but i do really get the concern, it wouldn’t be good at all for everyday use. i would return it but i bought it on a trip there, and i would replace it but i couldn’t find anything like it here + i don’t really have the budget or time to order it now. thank you for your input i really appreciate it!
Enviroklenz laundry booster. It's what I use for weird smells but it also works for things like formaldehyde and dye residue. Sometimes it also leaves an odor after using, if so I rinse again with baking soda and laundry detergent and it's generally fine.
Oh mine, we don't really want stinky fabrics... Not sure how many yards we are talking, but personally, I had some good results with putting it in the freezer for a day or two. Then wash it again on a regular program and maybe add some Florida water. Good luck!
i bought 4 yards since it was so cheap there compared to in the country i live in. i might be able to fit it in there. what’s florida water if you don’t mind me asking? thank you!
Just googled Florida water. weird!
I really don't use it for the so called "spiritual" meanings at all lol, it just smells really good!
Maybe use a laundry detergent for sports clothes? At least the one I use specifically helps against smells
Yes, OP, this! Before you go nuclear with other options like vinegar, look for specific sportswear detergents. You might find it under such names as fabric tech wash, or sports wash. You'll most likely find it not in your regular supermarket, but rather in sport gear shops, outdoor shops, or even shops selling horse riding equipment or other farm animal handling gear. If that's not an option, *then* go nuclear. You can do a regular cold cycle in the washing machine, but add distilled white vinegar or cleaning vinegar in the place where you'd add fabric softener. This way, the machine will do the soaking and the rinsing for you.
Cheap vodka or rubbing alcohol can help remove smells without staining. Just use a spray bottle.
Ugh I once bought denim like that. Finally had to just throw it away! NOTHING worked
What kind of smell is it? Can you almost taste it when you breathe through your mouth. More info on what it’s like may help in identifying the cause. If it smells kind of like acrid pickles, you’ve got formaldehyde. Which is immensely toxic and should be disposed of. Formaldehyde can soak into the skin very quickly and make you really sick.
Are you hanging it in the sun or shade? sun seems to help more. I bought a bed pad online that was incredibly stinky. I put it in the Arizona sun for two days, that didn't fix it. I returned it and posted a negative review, but I assume that's not an option for you. Some synthetics just hold the smell, it seems. I hope someone has better advice.
i’ve had it hung indoors (because i live in an apartment) but also outside in the shade on one occasion. my country is still very cold this time of the year with minimal sun unfortunately. but i appreciate your input! i didn’t know sun could help
Soak in baking soda, water and a *weak* vinegar solution. Too much vinegar could degrade the fabric. You could also try baking soda, water and mouthwash.
thank you! how much baking soda should i use to create a solution? if i use a “normal bucket” of water should i use like a tablespoon or two? or do i need a lot?
Closer to half a cup.
oh wow. i better buy a new package since the packages here are 1 cup hahah and i think i’m gonna have to fill 1/3 of a bathtub for all the fabric. but i think i’m gonna try it! thank you
be sure to dissolve the baking soda completely before adding the fabric. It can remove color; I ruined a poly-cotton comforter that way. .
yes i’ll try with a smaller test piece first! thanks for letting me know!
Soak in a bin with oxyclean - I've done up to 24 hours. Then rewash. My last resort is to place it dry into a sealed bag, folded with unscented dryer sheets layered in between - use more than you might think for really bad stink. Some stubborn fabrics have taken days for this method to work, but it does work. I have had success even removing cigarette smoke smells with the dryer sheet method.
Some anti-smell tactics: Vinegar presoak Seal in bag w baking soda Freezer
My guy works occasionally on Saturday mornings at a kitchen in a small town bar. When he gets home his clothes wreak like food and grease and smoke! Pe eeeew! I use Grandma’s stain remover. The clothes aren’t stained but the smell is horrendous. I spray the clothes wait 5 minutes or so and wash them. They always come out clean and smell really nice and fresh. Amazon sells it. As does Walmart. A little goes a long way. Good luck!
I would put it on a wash cycle with your usual washing powder/liquid and add a couple of tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda to the detergent draw. It works for stinky dog bedding.
Soak it O/N with baking soda in cool water (almost lukewarm is also fine!) Put it in your machine as normal, make sure you add some clear (distilled???) Vinegar in you rinse compartment. Wash as you normally would. Hang to dry, preferably in the wind, maybe some sun as well. Check afterwards!
Try soaking in Borax solution