How to Kill Laundry Germs Without Bleach

Bleach is a useful solution for cleaning floors and bathrooms. It can be harmful to clothes in the wash, however. This is because of bleach's harshness, which can ruin clothes by removing their colors and weakening the material. Your best bet is not to use bleach in your laundry, especially if your only intention is to kill germs. Instead, kill germs with vinegar, which is a much milder solution.

Things You'll Need

• Vinegar

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Start your washer so it begins to fill with water.

   • 2

     Add your laundry detergent to the water.

   • 3

     Add 1 cup of vinegar to the washing machine water.

   • 4

     Put your clothes in the machine and wash as instructed on the clothes.