Today in stores you can find a lot of professional products that have degreasing, water-repellent and antiseptic properties. Our grandmothers and mothers never dreamed of such a variety, and the fox collar, which at that time was almost the most expensive decoration, still needed care. Handy artillery was deployed, which almost always worked without fail. It is interesting, but today these methods of how to clean a fox’s fur at home have not lost their relevance, and they still successfully fight even the heaviest pollution.
Tools at hand
To clean a fox with a long pile, semolina and potato starch are used. These are natural absorbents, they absorb any pollution, cleaning the surface on which they are applied, and do not cause harm. All you need:
- Lay out the fox and sprinkle liberally with the chosen product.
- Moisten the top layer of the pile with a sprayer.
- Leave to air dry or in a warm room.
- When the thing dries, shake and comb, shaking out all the small particles.
It should be taken into account that a fox that is not completely dry should not be combed in any case, so as not to damage the appearance of the fur.
Hot bran will also help in cleaning fur . Before cleaning the fox with this method for home conditions, the hot bran is well warmed up. After that, things are left to cool. After half an hour or an hour, the fur should be shaken and vacuumed using a special nozzle for clothes. Make sure that all the bran is removed and nothing is stuck, then you can comb.
Fat stains are easily removed with the help of salt and ammonia. For this you will need:
- make a solution of 3 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of ammonia and half a liter of warm water;
- apply the solution with a brush directly to the stains themselves;
- leave until completely dry;
- comb the fur and hang it in the air, if the smell remains;
- if the stain has not completely disappeared, repeat the procedure.
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Cleaning light fur
The light fur of a fox tends to take yellow shades later. You can clean a white fox with hydrogen peroxide. It should be sprayed using a sprayer and the product should be left to dry.
If the fox is completely white, ordinary flour will help it to return its former shine and beauty. First, we heat the flour, and only then sprinkle it around the perimeter of the fur coat. The flour will absorb all the dirt and lighten the fur.
Gasoline is a non-standard way to clean a fox’s fur from yellowness (no need to water or set it on fire). It is enough to soak sawdust in it and sprinkle it on the surface of the fur coat. After a while, shake and vacuum. You may need to air the fur to remove the odor.
Shampoo for pets can also be used as a remedy . Dilute the shampoo with water 1:1 and spread over the entire fur. Act carefully and do not wet the lower fur layer.
You can restore the natural shine of foxglove with the help of vinegar or alcohol. For this you need:
- prepare a 1: 1 solution consisting of water and alcohol (or vinegar that is at hand);
- with the help of a sponge or a cotton swab, process their fur.
- let the fur dry, then comb it.
Fur cleaning rules
In order for the fur item to keep its original appearance as long as possible, you need to follow three basic rules:
- In no case do not wash the fox and do not intentionally wet it with water.
- Dry only naturally.
- Keep away from wet and dyed fur products (may shed).
Also, under no circumstances should clothes made of natural fox fur be packed in a bag after cleaning. It should “breathe”. Otherwise, the villi will become brittle, and the thing itself will dry out. It is best to store the product in a cover made of cotton fabric. The ideal humidity is about 50%, and the temperature is up to +10 degrees. In addition, you should not neglect means against moths. Periodically arrange audits in your closet and inspect your clothes. Fur should not come into contact with other things.
Following these simple recommendations on how to clean a fox from yellowness and other impurities will help save effort, time and money spent on buying a new fur item.