How to keep the bottom of socks clean using simple lifestyle change
There's an easy way to keep grimy socks clean with a simple switch in your routine.
Over time the bottom of your socks can get a bit grubby. You may feel like you’ve given it your best try, but there are some methods you can use to get the underside of your socks squeaky clean. Some of them will only take a quick switch up in your routine.
Taking to social media and advice platform Reddit, an individual experiencing the same problem wanted to know how they could keep the bottom of their socks clean.
They wrote: “After doing laundry, I expect my socks to be soft and clean-looking on the bottom, but they always turn out rough and dirty-looking, especially on white socks.
“I own a lot of white socks and love them, but how do I fix this?”
People left various helpful suggestions, ranging from cleaning tips to lifestyle changes.
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One person said: “If they're white you use bleach. But it's also just the normal wear and tear of socks. You're constantly standing on them and destroying the fibers, which is why they get rough.”
Someone else suggested: “I just buy black socks now.”
Another individual chimed in: “I try to never walk with just socks on my floors, I always wear slippers. This keeps them from getting worn out as quickly.”
And someone else stated: “I find that men's socks are sturdier and wear better. They better resist fraying and pilling on the toes and soles.
“I also switched to mostly darker colors and only wear white socks if a particular outfit calls for them. I raid H&M men's section because they have cute patterns. I've got socks with avocados, spaceships, PacMan, pizza, sushi, etc.”
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Another person wanted to know: “Do you use hot water wash? Bleach is great but will hasten the deterioration of fibers, probably can’t be used for certain delicate fabrics as well.
“I always wash underwear, socks, and gym clothes in hot water for sanitary reasons and I find they stay looking newer for longer.
“Incidentally do you or others you live with wear shoes in the house? If so, that could be why your socks are getting black on the bottom in the first place.”
Another person said: “To fix this problem you must first start at the root. It’s a simple fix really keep your white socks at the back of your drawer and wear them never. Purchase black socks to wear and the problem is fixed forever.”
