Bleaching, a process of whitening fabric by removal of natural colour, such as the tan of linen, is usually carried out by means of chemicals selected according to the chemical composition of the fiber.
A chemical, such as sodium hypochlorite or hydrogen peroxide, or a preparation of such a chemical, used for disinfecting or whitening. Etymology: blechen, from blǣcean, from blaikijanan, a derivation of blāc “pale”, from blaikaz. bleachnoun. A variety of bleach.
How Much Does Bleaching Cost In South Africa
Those with particularly stubborn staining may be advised to return for one or more additional bleaching sessions or may be asked to continue with a take-home whitening system. You can expect to pay R4000 – R6000 for the procedure.
Why does bleach remove color?
Bleach interacts with the organic molecules by adding chlorine or oxygen to the compound which removes the bonds or even breaks up the molecule. This serves two purposes: the color is removed or greatly reduced, and the new sites increase the water solubility of the material, so it can often be removed by washing.
How does bleach clean so well?
Bleach is a strong and effective disinfectant.
Its active ingredient, sodium hypochlorite, denatures protein in micro-organisms and is therefore effective in killing bacteria, fungus, and viruses. Household bleach works quickly and is widely available at a low cost.
Does bleach change clothes’ color?
Chlorine bleach or sodium hypochlorite is a harsh chemical that not only removes the color from dyed fabrics but can actually dissolve some fibers. Chlorine bleach is frequently used to remove stains.
But it can also be used to create unique designs and change the look of colored fabrics.