Now that you know how to organize clothes by color and separate clothes for washing, there’s one more step to take. Look over your clothes and check for stains, dirt or heavy soiling. Set aside these items and pre-treat the stains based on fabric type. Separate by color and fabric, then wash these clothes on a longer cycle using a water temperature and cycle appropriate to the fabric type. (For example, don’t put a delicate cotton top through a hot, heavy duty cycle).
Doing this helps prevent dirt or stain particles from settling onto other clothing. After the wash cycle is complete, remove your clothes and check to see if the stain is gone. If not, repeat the process or air dry the item until you’re able to wash it again.