I inherited some fabric, but it smells like moth balls is there any way to get the smell off the fabric?

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10-26-2011, 12:19 PM

Just Fabric

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How do I get the moth ball smell off the fabric?

10-26-2011, 12:24 PM

mamacool

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mix distilled white vinager to the first wash, when finished, wash again with detergent. Should work

10-26-2011, 12:26 PM

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If the garment is washable, add baking soda to the wash cycle. At the rinse cycle, add 2 cups white vinegar and allow to rotate several times to distribute the vinegar throughout, then stop and allow to soak for 2 or more hours. Run through a plain water rinse. Dry on the "fluff," or "air" setting with no heat (to maximize air exposure) and add a fabric softener sheet or two.

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10-26-2011, 12:26 PM

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Borax in with your detergent and let it soak for a while after agitating for a minute.

10-26-2011, 12:28 PM

hensandhollyhocks

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This seems to be my best defense also.

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Originally Posted by mamacool

mix distilled white vinager to the first wash, when finished, wash again with detergent. Should work

10-26-2011, 12:28 PM

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I'd wash it with detergent and oxy clean, then dry with dryer sheet.

10-26-2011, 01:49 PM

jljack

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Just wash it.

10-26-2011, 01:58 PM

wanda lou

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Just wash it in the washing machine.

10-26-2011, 02:07 PM

Deborahlees

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sunshine and fresh air....

10-26-2011, 04:27 PM

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Quiltbeagle

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I got a bunch of stinky but good fabric from a friend and just hung it outside in a shady spot for a few days. Since it was summer in Florida they got rained on too, but I think that just helped them smell even fresher.