Today I'm Washing Shower Curtains

That's right ... washing shower curtains.

Up to 5-6 years ago, when the shower curtains were looking dingy
& the soap scum was starting to take over,  I'd just replace it with a brand new one.
That was until my mom told me a little trick.

She said to buy a heavy duty shower curtain {they only cost a few dollars more}
& when it's gets grimy or mildewy to throw it in the wash machine!
I would've never thought!

So, I did just that & amazingly, I haven't replaced a shower curtain in a long, long time.

Here's what I do:

Place the shower curtain in the washing machine that's filled with HOT water.
Add 1/2 cup of liquid bleach {this kills mold & mildew} & a 1/2 cup of detergent.
{I make my own laundry soap which I highly recommend ... if you need the recipe, click here.}

Let the shower curtain soak for 20-30 minutes.
After it has soaked, I throw in a couple towels, or some socks or t-shirts
{only use white ones because of the bleach} & start the washer on gentle cycle.
The towels balance out the washer & helps to keep the curtain from wrinkling as badly.

That's it.
It's that simple.

Immediately remove from the washer & let drip dry.
Hang it on the clothesline ... or place in the bathtub ... just never put the shower curtain in the dryer.

I take mine up to the bathroom, hang it back on the curtain hooks,
& dry off the side that is touching the fabric curtain.
The wrinkles fall out, the curtain drips dry & you are back in business with a clean shower curtain!

Don't you just love stretching your buck?!


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