1. Always wash with cold water

Hot water can quickly fade the color of black clothes. Cold water retains the color and increases the life of the clothes.

2. Wash the clothes upside down

Turn the clothes inside out before washing. This will cause less damage to the outer surface and the color will remain for a long time.

3. Use mild detergent

Normal detergents are quite strong, which can fade the color. Use 'color-safe' or 'mild' detergent.

4. Do not wash more than necessary
Frequent washing makes the colour fade quickly. If the clothes are not very dirty, clean them with a dry brush or a slightly wet cloth.

5. Use vinegar
Before washing for the first time, mix 1 cup of white vinegar in a bucket of water. Soaking black clothes in it sets the colour and prevents them from fading further.

6. Protect them from direct sunlight
Drying in the sun makes black clothes fade quickly. Always dry them in the shade and upside down.

7. Wash only with clothes of similar colour
Never wash black clothes with white or light coloured clothes. This can leave colour on other clothes or spoil them themselves.

Special tip (How to wash black clothes)
If white spots are visible on your black dress (like detergent stains), then wash it once again with just water, squeeze it well and dry it without detergent.