Now that we have tough stains sorted, let's look at how we can remove unpleasant odors from fabrics:

Sweat:

One of the most common culprits of offensive odors in our clothes is none other than sweat. Even though sweat doesn't really have its own smell, the odor results from the interaction between apocrine gland secretions and bacteria. Moreover, the type of fabric we wear may make things worse. 

Let’s see how we can tackle this menace once and for all: 

Start By Unpacking: 

Keeping your clothes tightly packed in a basket or a gym bag may cause bacteria to flourish. Take them out and give them a good shake. Let them dry in the air till you start washing them. 

Pre-treat

If a simple wash was unsuccessful in removing the smell, it's time to pre-treat them. Prepare a soaking solution of 1:4 vinegar and water. You can also pre-soak them in a tub of water that has ½ a cup of baking soda. You can also use anti-bacterial sprays that are specifically made for this purpose. Once you have pre-soaked your clothes using any of these methods mentioned above, do your laundry according to the label instructions. 

Vomit

We all know how difficult it is to remove vomit odor from fabric. Fret not as our recommended method will have your clothes smelling fresh as daisies. Start with removing any leftover solids and give the fabric a good rinse in cold water. Then wash them in your washing machine using a high-temperature setting. 

Machine-dry the clothes if their label instructions allow it. If the smell still lingers, apply a paste of water and baking soda to smelly patches. Leave the clothing article for half an hour and opt for machine wash for a second time.

Mildew

Mildew is a notorious fungus that thrives in damp and warm environments making your washer its ideal breeding ground. Even though not everyone is allergic or sensitive to it, people with asthma, immune disorders, and other medical conditions may get very ill. 

To remove the foul smell of mildew from your clothing, wash them with 1 cup of baking soda or white vinegar. Once done, opt for another cycle. Mildew is a notorious fungus that thrives in damp and warm environments making your washer its ideal breeding ground. Even though not everyone is allergic or sensitive to it, people with asthma, immune disorders, and other medical conditions may get very ill. 

To remove the foul smell of mildew from items, wash them with 1 cup of baking soda or white vinegar. Once done, opt for another cycle.