{"id":10595,"date":"2022-10-27T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/?p=10595"},"modified":"2025-10-15T15:05:13","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T14:05:13","slug":"does-baking-soda-fade-colours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/does-baking-soda-fade-colours\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Baking Soda Fade Colours?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-stains-with-baking-soda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baking soda<\/a> is popular due to its ability to tackle tougher stains regardless if it\u2019s a sofa or a garment. With its many benefits to your laundry routine, it\u2019s no surprise that it is a great alternative to fabric softener. But does baking soda fade colours?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_332852000-1024x683-1.webp?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"baking soda as a cleaner\" class=\"wp-image-14998\" style=\"width:580px;height:387px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_332852000-1024x683-1.webp?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_332852000-1024x683-1.webp?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_332852000-1024x683-1.webp?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo from Shutterstock.com <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While baking soda can undeniably be a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/5-benefits-of-adding-baking-soda-to-your-laundry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">benefit to your laundry<\/a> due to its natural antiseptic properties, you should still use it with caution due to its high pH level that can fade colours on clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/dos-and-donts-of-washing-fabrics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Delicate fabrics<\/a> such as wool, cashmere and silk are sensitive to the pH level so using too much baking soda can cause colours to fade and in turn, makes removing stubborn stains like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-coffee-stains\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">coffee<\/a> more difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, over-using baking soda can cause <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/what-fabrics-should-be-dry-cleaned\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fabrics<\/a> like wool and fabrics to go coarse. To keep it safe, use white <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-stains-with-vinegar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vinegar<\/a> to prevent colours from fading and fabrics from getting coarse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-stains-with-baking-soda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">baking soda<\/a> to a minimum when it comes to treating stains on fabrics. Next time your delicate fabrics are stained, mix baking soda with water to treat the stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Baking soda is a great product and is generally safe to use in the <a href=\"https:\/\/app.laundryheap.com\/booking?#step1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laundry<\/a>. When used in moderation and with care, it will not cause colours to fade but always be cautious when using it on delicate fabrics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don\u2019t have any baking soda or fabric softeners to get rid of any stains, just get in touch with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laundryheap<\/a> and we\u2019ll tackle those stubborn stains for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?resize=1024%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Laundry Service\" class=\"wp-image-15000\" style=\"width:546px;height:546px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?resize=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?resize=400%2C400&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/DAS14_FB_New_NEW-FB-7-1024x1024-1.webp?resize=200%2C200&amp;ssl=1 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.co.uk\/how-it-works\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">learn more<\/a> about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laundryheap<\/a>, visit our website or download the free app on <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/laundryheap-on-demand-laundry\/id1037581290\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iOS<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.encureit.laundryheap&amp;hl=en_GB&amp;gl=US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Android<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Baking soda is popular due to its ability to tackle tougher stains regardless if it\u2019s a sofa or a garment. 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