How to Remove Mold from Towels

1. Pre-Treat

• Take the towel outside and shake or brush off loose spores.
• Soak in hot water with 1–2 cups white vinegar for 1 hour.

2. Wash

• Machine wash on the hottest setting the towel allows.
• Add either:
  • 1 cup white vinegar in the rinse cycle, or
  • ½ cup baking soda with detergent.
    (Do not mix vinegar and baking soda in the same cycle.)

3. Dry

• Hang in full sun until completely dry. Sunlight kills mold spores and removes odour.

4. Treat Stubborn Stains

• Make a paste of baking soda + water, apply to spots, wait 15–30 mins, then rewash.
• Oxygen bleach (e.g., Napisan) can also lift stains safely.

5. Prevent Future Mold

• Never leave wet towels bunched up.
• Spread towels out to dry after use.
• Wash towels hot occasionally, especially in humid NZ weather.