There are several ways to brighten white clothes without using bleach. One method is to use distilled white vinegar by adding one cup of it to one gallon of hot water and soaking the white fabric overnight before laundering as usual
. Another method is to use hydrogen peroxide by pouring it directly on stains such as blood
. Borax is also a useful additive when washing cloth diapers because it whitens and neutralizes the ammonia odor
. Additionally, bluing products improve the brightness of white fabrics by adding a blue pigment that counteracts yellowing
. It is important to note that the life cycle of a fabric uses countless resources, from oil, land, and water, to pesticides, chemical agents, and dyes, so it is important to choose materials based on your values
