How to Clean Jeans

What You'll Need

• Soap-Man Power Wash Laundry Detergent
• Cold water
• White vinegar
• Drying rack or hanger

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1

   Turn jeans inside out

   Turning jeans inside out before washing protects the outer surface from abrasion and fading. Zip up zippers and button all buttons to maintain shape.

2. 2

   Wash in cold water

   Use cold water on a gentle cycle with a small amount of Soap-Man Power Wash Laundry Detergent. Cold water prevents shrinking and color bleeding.

3. 3

   Add vinegar for color preservation

   Add half a cup of white vinegar to the rinse cycle. Vinegar sets the dye and prevents fading without leaving any smell after drying.

4. 4

   Air dry flat or hang

   Lay jeans flat on a drying rack or hang by the waistband. Avoid the dryer -- heat shrinks denim and breaks down elastic fibers in stretch jeans.

Pro Tips

• TIPWash jeans as infrequently as possible -- every 5-10 wears unless visibly dirty. This preserves the fit, color, and fabric integrity.
• TIPSpot clean small stains with a damp cloth and a drop of detergent instead of a full wash cycle.
• TIPFreeze jeans overnight to kill odor-causing bacteria without washing. Place them in a plastic bag in the freezer.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• XWashing jeans after every wear, which fades the color, weakens the fibers, and changes the fit faster.
• XUsing hot water or the dryer, which shrinks denim and breaks down stretch fibers permanently.
• XUsing too much detergent, which leaves residue that makes jeans stiff and fades color faster.

Frequently Asked Questions