Hotel towels always appear bright white even if they have visibly frayed with age. So how do hotel housekeepers do it? Industrial strength bleach probably plays a large role in many cases. Several other, safer options to keep towels white and looking new for a long time are available. These tricks of the trade will brighten white towels brilliantly without being as harmful to the environment or as irritating to the skin as bleach.
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Washing with Dishwashing Soap
Step 1
Fill washer with hot water.
Step 2
Add dishwashing detergent to the water.
Step 3
Add towels to the washer.
Step 4
Allow to soak overnight.
Step 5
Wash in the regular cycle.
Boiling with Enzyme Cleaner
Step 1
Add a gallon of water to a large pot.
Step 2
Boil the water on a stove.
Step 4
Add towels to the pot.
Step 5
Boil for 20 minutes.