There are many myths and mysteries when it comes to washing jeans. How often should you do it? Will they shrink in the machine after one wash? Can I just freeze them and be good to go? The truth of ...

Blue jeans hanging on an outdoor clothes line. Americans like doing laundry—according to The American Cleaning Institute, it’s the nation’s favorite cleaning task. There are few chores as satisfying, ...

Wear 'em and throw them in the wash, am I right? As it turns out, probably not. While you absolutely should wash your jeans if you get them super dirty or have a really sweaty day, washing jeans after ...

Washing jeans less often—about every 10 to 12 wears—or when they start to smell—helps maintain their fit, color, and overall longevity. Proper denim care includes turning jeans inside out, using cold ...

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