Monsoon changes the rules for laundry. Habits that worked fine in dry weather quietly damage clothes once humidity takes over. Most people don’t notice until a favourite piece is already ruined. If you are also dealing with laundry issues, here are five worth fixing before the season claims another one.
1. Leaving wet clothes bunched in the machine
It seems harmless, but it isn’t. Humid weather is exactly what bacteria need to thrive, and that’s where musty odours come from. They don’t wash out easily once they’ve set in. Piling wet clothes together causes another problem. Darker fabrics bleed dye onto lighter ones nearby. Pull laundry out and hang it right away. Follow the wash instructions on the label too.
2. Storing leather and delicate items in poly bags
Bajrang Saharan, founder and CEO of Pressmate highlighted that jackets, handbags, suede shoes, sneakers, anything delicate, don’t belong sealed inside plastic during monsoon. Poly bags hold moisture in with nowhere for it to go. That’s a quick route to fungus, staining, and damage that doesn’t reverse. Breathable garment bags or a well-ventilated shelf work better this time of year.
