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Black jeans are the outfit that deserves a presence in your wardrobe, but keeping the color of black jeans after many wear and washing is a problem. The indigo dye used to dye denim fabric can stain other fabric items, even stain your hands, and will fade over time. Although it is not possible to get your jeans back gray, you can prevent this from happening in the first place and re-dye if necessary. If you do the right thing, you can restore any denim that has faded, keeps its dark black color and stylish, fresh.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Staining faded black jeans

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   Choose a time to re-dye your jeans. It's best to choose a day where you have plenty of free time. You will have to soak, dry, and spend some time cleaning.
   • The first step is to wash jeans. Dirty fabric will not catch color effectively.

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   Choose a dark color. There are many dye shops on the market that can be found in craft stores, both in powder and liquid form. Follow the instructions on the product label. You may need to boil water, or use a washing machine instead of a bucket, pot or sink to dye your jeans.
   • Liquid dyes are more concentrated and pre-mixed with water, so you can use less.
   • If you choose a powder dye, you will need to dissolve it with hot water first.
   • Use the right amount of dye. Follow the instructions of the dye label to make sure you mix the correct ratio of your dye to the amount of water needed.

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   Set of widgets. In addition to jeans, you also need dye, a large spoon or tongs to flip and lift the jeans, rubber gloves, plastic sheet or newspaper covering the desk, tissue or sponge, or a basin. or the sink to wash jeans when dyeing is complete. Be sure to have any other supplies ready according to the dye package directions.
   • Protect the work area by covering the work area with newspaper or plastic so that the dye wirelessly spills the floor or other objects.
   • Do not dye or wash jeans in a porcelain or fiberglass sink or sink, as these materials will stain.

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   Soak the jeans for the time instructed. The longer the soaking time, the darker the color.
   • Be sure to stir water regularly according to the instructions on the product packaging. This will prevent dark spots.
   • Try using a pigment. After the jeans are dyed, the mord will help retain the color before rinsing. You can use white vinegar, but specialized color mists can also be found.

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   Water discharge. Rinse jeans under cool running water until the water is clear. Wring out the water after rinsing.

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   Wash and dry the newly dyed jeans. Wash with mild soap and cold water, and be sure not to wash it with any other items in the washing machine.
   • If you are using a dryer, set the lowest heat level or blow-dry to keep the colors bright.

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   Clean up. Pour fabric dye down the drain and rinse thoroughly all items used to dye jeans with clean, cold water. advertisement

Part 2 of 2: Prevent fading black jeans

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   Make jeans color durable. Before you put on your newly purchased jeans, you can soak them to make them more durable. Turn the jeans and soak them in cold water with 1 cup of vinegar and one tablespoon of salt.
   • Vinegar and salt act as color coatings for jeans.

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   Wash jeans before wearing. Put newly purchased jeans in the washer and wash repeatedly with cold water to remove excess dye that will rub against other fabrics and contribute to discoloration.
   • Use fabric spray or color multer. Treating jeans before wearing them with fabric-based sprays such as Scotchgard or a pigment can prevent discoloration from the start.

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   Wash jeans separately or wash them only with dark clothes. Use the lightest wash mode and cold water.
   • Turn the pants over before washing. Your jeans will stay clean even if they are turned left upside down and will prevent rubbing in the washing machine.
   • Buy a good quality liquid laundry detergent that is specifically designed to wash black and dark fabrics. These detergents will inactivate the chlorine in the water, which fades the dye.

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   Try other cleaning methods. Try to wash your jeans as little as possible in the washing machine. There are a few other ways you can clean jeans.
   • Hand washing can be even better than machine washing in light mode. Pour some laundry detergent into the sink, fill the sink with water and soak the jeans for about an hour.
   • Spray vodka alcohol solution mixed with water at the ratio of 50/50 into jeans, wait to dry, then put in the freezer overnight to kill bacteria. You can also use white vinegar mixed with water in the same proportions.
   • The hot steam cleaning method can remove odors and wrinkles in the fabric.
   • Dry cleaning is also another method of cleaning jeans. Remember to point out the stains for professional service.

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   Hang the pants on the clothesline or use the lowest setting if using a dryer. The heat will cause the fabric to fade quickly, so you should dry the jeans on a drying truss or dry on the lowest setting.
   • If you want to dry your jeans outdoors, choose a dry and shady location where there is not much sunlight. UV rays can damage fabric and further discolor jeans.
   • Avoid leaving jeans in the washing machine for too long. Remove the jeans while it is still slightly damp to prevent fabric deformation.
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