Mildew Again
Dear Aunt Daisy, I wonder if you would be so kind as to give me a recipe for removing mildew stains from a white uniform. They are not bad stains, but the marks are noticeable enough to prevent my wearing the garment. "E.M.," Wellington. Soaking in a solution of chloride of lime removes mildew, but it must be thoroughly rinsed out afterwards, pre- , ferably with baking soda in the water, to kill the lime which weakens the fabric if left in. Chlorogene, diluted as directed by the manufacturers, is easier to use; but you can make your own solution if you like. Dissolve 1% Ib. chloridé of lime in 1 gallon of water. (If* for a small article such as a table napkin use about 2 teaspoons to 2 pint of water.) Strain thoroughly through thick tea cloth or something similar so that no lumps of lime remain. Immerse the mildewed material in this and watch it until the mildew fades-perhaps 20 to 30 minutes. Then rinse very thoroughly, in water containing baking soda, to kill the ‘lime. For white things only, as this is a bleach.
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New Zealand Listener, Volume 30, Issue 777, 11 June 1954, Page 33
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189Mildew Again New Zealand Listener, Volume 30, Issue 777, 11 June 1954, Page 33
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