Place the affected clothing in the water so it s completely submerged.
Get smoke damage out clothes.
Leave them outside for at least 24 hours to let them air out.
Visibly smoke damaged clothing should be fully restored after 5 launderings.
If the clothes are machine washable laundering is the easiest solution.
Soaking the clothing in warm water is the best way to get the smoke smell out.
For clothes that have blackened areas or soot stains take the clothes or table linens outside and shake off any excess soot.
Soak the clothing overnight.
Remove the clothes from the water and wash them as usual with liquid laundry detergent.
Air dry the clothing completely then check for any lingering smoke odor.
Use liquid detergent to return clothes to original state if they are 65 35 polyester cotton blend 50 50 polyester cotton blend or pure cotton.
Professional fire restoration companies and dry cleaners will use oxidizers and something called an ozone treatment to break down and remove the smoke odor at the molecular level.
Any clothes with burn holes should be thrown away.
Allow the clothing to soak for at least eight hours.
You can use either washing detergent or white vinegar or a combination of the two mixed with water.