Fresh white towels and linens can sometimes feel like a feat only luxury hotels can accomplish—if you’re anything like us, you’ve probably strayed from whites in favor of more forgiving shades like grey or beige despite preferring the high-end aesthetic that only plush white linens offer.
But according to Martha Stewart, keeping your whites white and stain-free is actually a lot easier than most of us think. In a recent post on the Martha Blog, the reigning queen of homemaking breaks down how she and her staff keep her whites looking brand new with a surprisingly simple laundry routine.
Here’s the step-by-step process Martha and her team swear by in order to have the freshest white linens possible.
Martha Stewart’s Bleach-free Routine for Washing Whites
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Martha Stewart doesn’t necessarily have a fancy cleaning routine. In her blog post she explains that “the right appliances and the right cleaning products work together to brighten and whiten.” Here’s exactly how she tackles washing whites to ensure a clean and fresh finish every time.
1. Spray Any Stains or Discoloration
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Martha starts by examining her linens for any stains or discoloration. She explains that Shout is an effective stain remover that she’s been using for years. “It works by breaking down the stain molecules and restoring a fabric’s original color,” she explains. “Just spray directly onto the stain, rub together gently and let it sit a few minutes before washing.”
Martha swears by her high-end Miele washing machine—but you don’t need a pricey appliance to get similar results. She explains that the key to a good wash is not overloading the machine, which can prevent proper washing.
3. Use Warm Water
She runs her washes on warm rather than hot, explaining that warm water works perfectly fine on everyday loads and gentle staining.
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Martha’s secret to fresh-smelling and looking linens (and all her laundry) is the Tide Free & Gentle detergent. She doesn’t feel the need to go for fancier or more expensive detergents and simply uses the necessary amount of Tide to get her linens clean.
4. Skip Fabric Softener and Bleach
“I do not use fabric softeners or bleach,” Martha adds. “For me, a high quality detergent alone works best.”
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5. Dry Normally—Without Overloading
“Check your dryer’s options, but for a regular load, ‘normal’ drying is usually sufficient to get them completely dry,” says Martha, adding that you’ll want to take care not to overload your dryer once again.
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