How to Soften Stiff Thick Jeans
Stiff jeans are a pain to wear and can often be uncomfortable. But don’t worry! Softening stiff jeans is easier than you might think, and it only takes a few minutes of your time. The best way to soften stiff jeans is by soaking them in hot water mixed with detergent for about thirty minutes. After that, they will feel softer and more comfortable when they’re on your body.
You’ll have the perfect pair of pants that you can wear whenever you want! This blog post discusses how to soften stiff thick jeans. Softening stiff wide jeans is a great way to extend the life of your favorite pair of pants and save money on purchasing new ones. It’s also an easy process that can be done in just a few minutes! Read on to know more!
Summary: If you have stiff, thick jeans that are hard to get on and off, here is a way to soften them up: 1) Preheat your oven to its lowest temperature. 2) Spread a thin layer of baking soda on a baking sheet and place the jeans onto the baking sheet. 3) Bake for an hour or until the jeans are soft and flexible. 4) Remove from the oven and let cool.
10 Ways on How to Soften Stiff Thick Jeans:
1. Soak in a Vinegar and Water Solution:
Mix a half-gallon of hot water with a quarter cup of white distilled vinegar. Add jeans and let soak for 20 minutes. You should start to see the stiffness coming out in the solution. Next, rinse jeans in cold water until most of the solution is gone, but do not rinse so much that you remove the vinegar smell (this will disappear once the jeans are dry).
2. Use a Washing Machine:
If you have a front-loading washer, it has a “hand wash” setting that will help to soften your jeans. The machine’s agitation will also help to loosen some of the stiffness.
3. Ditch the Dryer:
The heat and constant spin of a tumble dryer can leave your jeans feeling stiff and crunchy. Try to avoid using a dryer whenever possible. Hang your jeans up, or lay them flat to dry instead. If you need to use a dryer, add some tennis balls (helps fluff up the fibers) or clean tennis shoes (helps absorb extra moisture).
4. Baking Soda Soak:
Take jeans out of the dryer before they are completely dry, and mix a half-cup of baking soda with enough water to make a runny paste. Apply to both sides of jeans with a sponge, wait five minutes, and rinse with cold water.
5. Use a Fabric Softener:
Most fabric softener sheets are infused with chemicals that will help lift any extra oils or dirt particles off of the material. You can also try adding a half-cup of white distilled vinegar to the fabric softener compartment on your washing machine to get similar results.
6. Shake Up Your Jeans:
Beat your thick denim against the ground or a sturdy surface to loosen up the fibers. This will help them to relax and soften a bit.
7. Use a Steam Iron:
Give your jeans a quick blast of steam before folding or hanging them if you have an iron. This will help release any creases or wrinkles that might be causing stiffness.
8. Soak in a Saltwater Solution:
Place jeans in a large bucket and mix with warm water and roughly four cups of table salt. Let soak for 30 minutes, rinse thoroughly, and then hang dry. This solution is great at drawing out dirt particles and oils, making your jeans clean and soft.
9. Turn Them Inside Out:
If you have a side loader washing machine, try turning your stiff jeans inside out before washing. This will help protect the denim from getting caught on any of the agitators or screws used by the machine during the wash cycle.
10. Try a Hairdryer:
Spot treat your jeans with a hot hairdryer to soften any specific areas that are still stiff. This method works well for shirt collars and cuffs, as these spots tend to be extra wrinkly and stiff after a washing cycle.
Some Steps to Follow: How to Soften Stiff Thick Jeans
Step 1: Fill Sink with Warm Water
Fill a sink with warm water and add in some shampoo. It can be any shampoo. Leave your jeans to soak for 30 minutes. If you soak them overnight, that is even better.
Step 2: Add a Little Vinegar
Once your jeans have soaked for at least 30 minutes, add in 1/4 cup of vinegar. Vinegar is a great fabric softener and will help break down your jeans’ stiff fibers.
Step 3: Agitate Gently
Agitate the jeans gently in the water. Work out some of the stiffness in your jeans.
Step 4: Rinse Thoroughly
Once you have broken down most of the stiffness in your jeans, rinse them thoroughly with fresh water to eliminate the shampoo and vinegar mixture that is now infused into your jeans.
Step 5: Roll Jeans Up Like a Towel
After rinsing your jeans, roll them up like a towel. This will help to remove excess water and speed up the drying process.
Step 6: Hang to Dry
Hang your jeans to dry in a well-ventilated area. Please do not put them in the dryer. If you live in a humid climate, you may want to lay your jeans out in the sun to help them dry faster.
Things to Consider When Softening Stiff Thick Jeans:
1. Jeans are typically stiff and thick because they are heavier denim fabric.
2. You may want to soften your jeans if they are too tight or if you find them uncomfortable to wear.
3. There are several ways to soften jeans, but the most common methods include using a washing machine, dryer, or steam iron.
4. If your jeans are very stiff, you may need to use various methods to soften them.
5. Consider several things before softening your jeans, including the type of fabric used, how you will use them after softening, and whether or not you want to be able to wash out the softener.
6. If you decide to soften your jeans with a washing machine, but no more than five pairs in at one time. This allows enough space for the jeans to move around freely.
7. It’s a good idea to turn your jeans inside out before putting them in the washing machine, especially if you don’t want any fading or color loss from your jeans. You may also wish to wash a dark and a light pair together, so they both come out even after being washed with each other.
8. Use cold water and a gentle cycle when washing your jeans, and avoid using bleach or fabric softener.
Some Tips and Suggestions:
1. Initially, washing new jeans with vinegar helps set the dye and makes them softer.
2. Using fabric softener is helpful, but do not overdo it as this can make thick jeans very slick or even slimy. However, if your jeans are 100% cotton, a fabric softener is recommended.
3. If your jeans are still stiff, try using a fabric conditioner in the wash cycle.
4. Another option, especially if the jeans are thick, is to soak them overnight in a water solution and baking soda (1/2 cup per gallon of water).
5. If all of the above methods fail, you can lightly sand the denim with wonderful sandpaper.
6. Finally, if your jeans are still too stiff after trying all of these methods, you can try to soften them by spraying them with a silicone-based fabric protector.
Conclusion:
If you’re looking for more ways to soften stiff jeans, be sure to check out our blog on the best way to wash jeans. If your denim is dirty or stained, try using some dish soap in cold water before washing them. It may not remove all stains, but it will help eliminate any dirt stuck deep within the fibers, so they’ll feel softer after being washed.
You may use a hairdryer, iron, or steamer to soften the jeans. The best way is to wash them at 40 degrees Celsius and let them air dry for two days before wearing them again. This will help break down excess fabric fibers that cause stiffness in your clothing items.
We hope this article has helped you learn how to soften stiff thick jeans, so they don’t turn into old tattered clothes! Let us know if this article was helpful by leaving the comments below!
Nancy Behan
Nancy is an embroidery artist, fashion blogger and a full time editor at DIY quickly. Nancy edits the fashion section on DIY quickly, focusing on the embroidery and cross stitch articles, alongside with fabric and other costume design elements. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. She loves to work on her own projects, read books and watch romantic movies in her spare time.
