Mould stains instantly make your clothes look dirty and uncared for, and they aren’t always the easiest to get rid of.
However, did you know there’s a cheap and easy fix that’ll get rid of these stains quick – and it’s a hugely affordable one too?
There’s no need to fork out for pricey stain removers to tackle those mould stains on your clothes, as something as simple as an aspirin can do the trick.
That’s according to laundry expert Deyan Dimitrov from Laundryheap, who says this medicine cabinet staple can work wonders when it comes to getting mould off fabrics.
This means you don’t have to throw out your affected clothes, saving you money and giving your laundry a new lease of life in the process.
Aspirin contains acetylsalicylic acid, which helps break down stains, brighten whites, and even tackle mould spores lurking in fabric.
According to the pro, it’s a game-changer for anyone dealing with yellowed shirts, sweat stains, or mildew odours on towels.
And best of all, aspirin is budget-friendly at Boots for just 54p a pack, making it a cheap alternative to costly stain removers. It’s also eco-friendly, free from harsh chemicals or artificial whiteners, and gentle on fabrics, unlike bleach, which can weaken fibres.
Just crush five aspirin tablets and mix them with water to create a paste. You can add white vinegar or lemon juice for an extra boost.
Apply the paste to affected areas with any mould on them, leave for 30 minutes, then wash as usual. You can also add dissolved aspirin to your detergent drawer to deep-clean your machine.
Aspirin is also an excellent tool for fighting off fungal infections. Because of this, many gardeners add aspirin to water when growing tomatoes to prevent disease because its antifungal properties stop mould from spreading.
This same principle applies to fabric, making aspirin great for removing mildew from clothes, curtains, and even washing machines.
But if you’re dealing with other stains or yellowing, crush the aspirin and dissolve them in a bowl of warm water. Soak stained clothes in the solution for a few hours, or overnight for tougher marks.
Then, just wash them as normal in your machine.
