Why Do My Shirts Smell Sour

What causes that sour smell in your clothes? Putting your clothes away while they are still damp. Damp clothes in dark places many times leads to mold or mildew issues, which causes that musty, sour smell. Be certain your clothes are completely dry before putting them away.

How do you get rid of sour smell in clothes?

Add 1/2 cup of baking soda to your regular laundry detergent. The baking soda will absorb the sour smell. Pour two cups of white vinegar into the washing machine during the rinse cycle.

Why do my cotton shirts smell?

Body odor is usually caused by bacteria. If a freshly washed shirt smells again after a few minutes, the bacteria survived the washing process and start producing body odor again. Wash the shirt at a high temperature to kill the bacteria.

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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