Expert reveals how to 'tackle those smoke smells' on your clothes after Bonfire Night

dailyrecord.co.uk:

Guy Fawkes Night is tonight (November 5), and people will gather across the UK in parks, fields and gardens to enjoy colourful fireworks and feel the warmth from bonfires.

But the smell of the evening can last on your clothes for a long time.Bonfire Night, whilst entertaining can leave your clothes stinking of smoke and regular washing may not always be enough to get rid of these peaty odours.Fortunately, a cleaning specialist has some advice on how to ensure your clothes come out 'better than ever'.

Katy Roberts, a washing machine expert at AO.com has provided some top tips to tackling smokey clothes. She said the best way to begin is by pre-treating your clothing with baking soda before putting them into the washing machine.She explained: "Douse the lot with baking soda as this agent is excellent at absorbing odours like smoke.

Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda directly onto your clothes and pay special attention to areas that absorb the most smoke, like armpits or sleeves."If you do not have the time to do this she adds: "Place your clothes into a plastic bag with baking soda and shake this about as the motion will help the mix work its way into the fabric.