Washing Denim Fabric and Jeans

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We all have favorite pairs of jeans that fit perfectly in all the right areas, and regularly wearing them means they also need cleaning. However, there is a trick to jeans and denim washing, depending on whether you want them to stretch, shrink, or maintain their shape. Just like cotton, denim fabric is notorious for shrinking, especially if you wash and dry them in high temperatures, and jeans also fade over time. Therefore, it’s essential to have the right cleaning information to ensure that you don’t alter the fit.
We have a selection of jeans and denim washing methods to help you keep them looking and feeling their best, whether you decide to hand wash them or toss them in the washing machine. Learn how to shrink your jeans back to their original size and how to stretch the fabric to form your body shape. Discover tips for using water, heat, detergent, and fabric softener to reshape all parts of the jeans, from the waist and thigh area to the pant legs, and ways to maintain your pants to keep them looking their best for years to come.