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Does freezing your denim actually clean them?
The claim
Putting jeans in the freezer kills bacteria and cleans denim without needing to wash them.
The truth
Freezing may temporarily reduce some bacteria and odours, but it doesn't remove sweat, body oils, dirt, stains, or the buildup that occurs from regular wear. The source of the odour remains trapped in the fabric.
What to do instead
Refresh your denim between washes using a dedicated denim care product designed to neutralise odours and refresh the fabric without unnecessary laundering. This helps maintain colour, fit, and fabric quality while extending the life of your jeans.
The Lab recommends
Is it safe to put sneakers in the washing machine?
The claim
The washing machine is the quickest and easiest way to clean sneakers.
The truth
Machine washing can damage glues, warp shoe shape, fade colours, weaken materials, and shorten the lifespan of your footwear.
What to do instead
Spot clean and deep clean sneakers using products specifically designed for footwear. Proper sneaker care protects materials while effectively removing dirt and stains.
The Lab recommends
Sneaker Cleaner
Clean deeper without putting your sneakers through the spin cycle.
Can you wash your hat in the dishwasher?
The claim
A dishwasher is an easy solution for cleaning caps and hats.
The truth
Dishwashers expose hats to high temperatures, harsh detergents, and water pressure that can distort shape, damage fabrics, weaken stitching, and fade colours.
What to do instead
Clean hats using dedicated hat-care products designed to remove dirt and sweat while maintaining shape, structure, and finish.
The Lab recommends
Hat Cleaner
For: Dirt, sweat, stains & body oils. A targeted clean for the grime your hat actually picks up.
Why do clothes shrink in the wash?
The claim
The washing machine causes clothing to shrink.
The truth
Shrinkage is usually caused by excessive heat, incorrect wash settings, and tumble drying rather than the washing machine itself.
What to do instead
Follow garment care instructions, wash at appropriate temperatures, and reduce unnecessary washes by refreshing garments between wears.
The Lab recommends
Apparel Refresh
A probacterial solution designed to eliminate odors and revitalise your clothing between washes.
Does more detergent mean cleaner clothes?
The claim
Adding extra detergent will make clothes cleaner and fresher.
The truth
Too much detergent often leaves residue behind, traps dirt within fibres, contributes to odours, and can even reduce cleaning performance.
What to do instead
Use the correct amount of detergent and supplement your clothing care routine with garment refresh products to keep clothes fresher between washes.
The Lab recommends
Apparel Refresh
A probacterial solution designed to eliminate odors and revitalise your clothing between washes.
If it survives the wash, is it clean?
The claim
If clothing looks clean after washing, it must be properly cleaned and cared for.
The truth
A garment may appear clean while still suffering from detergent residue, trapped odours, fading, fibre damage, or reduced longevity caused by over-washing.
What to do instead
Focus on caring for garments, not just cleaning them. Refresh items between washes and only wash when necessary to extend their lifespan.
The Lab recommends
Apparel Refresh
A probacterial solution designed to eliminate odors and revitalise your clothing between washes.
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