There are times when the best results will come from hand-washing certain types of clothing. If you're not sure how to hand-wash clothes, don't worry - follow along to learn the different techniques to washing clothes by hand and what to look out for when working with different fabrics.
Always check the care label for directions. If your garment features the hand wash symbol, which portrays a hand in a tub of water, follow instructions for cleaning clothes by hand. If the label says "dry-clean only," do not wash it at home. If the label simply says "dry-clean," you might want to try hand-washing the item. Before you hand-wash the garment, check a small, discreet area first to make sure the fabric is colorfast.
Some unique fabrics require special care. Items such as delicate lingerie, wool sweaters, and silk blouses often retain their color and shape best when washed by hand. However, silk garments should not be hand-washed if they are brightly colored, patterned, or darkly colored, as the dyes could bleed.
