If you bought new jeans but they are too big, or you find your old jeans are still too big. You can reduce it by using hot water. Actually, there are other ways to reduce the size of your jeans. Read the article below for more information.
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Method 1 of 5: Wash And Dry
Step 1. Wash your jeans in hot water
Put your jeans in the washing machine and use hot water for the washing process.
- Do not use the washing setting for underwear or manual washing. Instead, choose a permanent press or heavy duty setting.
- The combination of hot water and strong spin will make the jeans fibers shrink.
- Use detergent and fabric softener as usual. Detergent will not reduce the effectiveness of this technique, while fabric softener can actually prevent the jeans from stiffening as they decrease in size.
Step 2. Machine dry your jeans
Once your jeans have been washed, put them in the dryer and allow them to dry completely.
- The heat from the machine will make the fibers of the jeans shorter even after washing.
- Leave your jeans in the dryer to dry completely. Usually you need to set the time setting on the dryer, which is 5-10 minutes for maximum results.
- Don't dry your jeans.
Step 3. Repeat the process if needed
If your jeans are still too big, you can repeat the process until the jeans are the right size for you.
You can also take your jeans to a professional laundry if your washer and dryer are not able to reduce the size of your jeans
Method 2 of 5: Shrink Only Certain Areas
Step 1. Mix fabric softener with hot water
Mix hot water and fabric softener at a ratio of 3/1 in a spray bottle.
- Cover and then shake until completely mixed.
- Just mix softener with hot water. Do not use plain water because the results will not be optimal. Don't use detergent either.
Step 2. Spray on the area you want to shrink
Spray the mixture on the area of the jeans you want to shrink. Make sure to spray until the jeans are completely wet.
- The dry part will not be affected.
- This method is powerful enough to shrink the jeans at the waist.
Step 3. Dry your jeans in a tumble dryer
When you're done, put your jeans in the dryer and let them dry completely.
- Leave your jeans in the dryer to dry completely. Usually you need to set the time setting on the dryer, which is 5-10 minutes for maximum results.
- Don't dry your jeans.
Step 4. Repeat the process if needed
If your jeans are still too big, you can repeat the process until the jeans are the right size for you.
Method 3 of 5: Soaking Jeans in Hot Water
Step 1. Wear your jeans as usual
- This method is the only method where you have to wear your jeans to shrink them.
- By using this method, your jeans will shrink perfectly so that they fit your body size.
- You must do this method on the same day that you decide to use your jinn. If not possible, do it a day or two before use for maximum results.
Step 2. Fill the tub with hot water
Fill your bathtub with hot water until your jeans are completely submerged.
- Don't let the water get too hot. While hot water is great for shrinking your skin, in this method you will also soak yourself in your jeans. so make sure the hot water you will use is still in a reasonable level.
- Soak your finger to determine the level of hot water that can be accepted by your body.
Step 3. Get into the bath
After the water is hot enough and suitable for your body, slowly immerse yourself into the bath.
- The hot water will cool back down in about 20 minutes.
- Make sure your jeans are completely submerged in hot water. If the waist is still not completely submerged, you can add more hot water until your jeans are completely submerged.
Step 4. Dry your jeans
While still in use, dry your jeans with the help of sunlight.
- If possible, sit in a location that gets full sun to allow your jeans to dry properly.
- You can also sit on a plastic or metal surface for maximum results.
- You may have to twist your body to allow your jeans to dry completely.
- This may take up to several hours.
Method 4 of 5: Boiling Water
Step 1. Flip the jeans
Turn the pants so that what used to be the inside is now the outside.
- Flipping the jeans will reduce the color fading. The jeans should still shrink without any problems even after being turned over.
- This step is especially important if you're shrinking dark-colored jeans. If you're shrinking a pair of brightly colored jeans or an old pair of faded jeans, you may be able to skip this step without damaging the pants.
Step 2. Boil the water
Fill a medium-sized pot so that your genie is about completely submerged. Then turn on the fire on the stove with a large size.
- Make sure the water is really hot for maximum results.
- Make sure the amount of water and the size of the pot can completely submerge your jenas.
Step 3. Put your jenas in the pot
Once the water boils, put your genie into the pot with the help of tongs. Then let it sit for 20 to 30 minutes while the fire continues to burn.
- Do not cover the pot while you are boiling your genie.
- Check regularly to make sure your jeans remain completely submerged.
Step 4. Dry your jeans in a tumble dryer
When you're done boiling your jeans, put them in the dryer immediately, then allow them to dry completely.
- Be sure to always use a tongs stick to avoid getting your hands in hot water.
- Don't dry your jeans.
- Leave your jeans in the dryer to dry completely. Usually you need to set the time setting on the dryer which is 5-10 minutes for maximum results.
Method 5 of 5: Ironing
Step 1. Wash your jeans using hot water
Wash your jeans first, either by washing them in hot water or by boiling them in boiling water. After washing, dry your jeans immediately using a tumble dryer.
- Using the method of boiling your jinn will be very easy because by using this method you can shrink all parts of your jinn.
- If you use the washing machine using hot water, continue to add detergent and fabric softener as you would a regular wash.
- Make sure the water is really hot when using any method.
Step 2. Dry your jeans
Dry your jeans in a tumble dryer but don't let them dry out too much, leave them a little damp.
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Make sure your jeans are not too wet and not too dry for the next process.
Step 3. Iron your jeans to dry
After drying them to moisture using a tumble dryer, iron your jeans until they feel completely dry.
- Use the maximum heat setting on your iron.
- This method may not completely shrink your jeans like other methods, but it can't hurt to give it a try.
Required Tools
- Dryer
- Washing machine
- Softener
- Detergent
- Spray bottle
- Bathtub
- Kettle or pan
- clamp tool
- Ironing board
- Iron
