The chlorine bleaching product, both liquid, and powder, used for household laundry is a solution of sodium hypochlorite and water that has a concentration of 5.25%. It is necessary to dilute it with water, cold water because mixing with warm water may be dangerous, before applying it to most textiles since even at a 5.25% concentration, it is highly potent and might cause damage. In the process of doing laundry with chlorine bleach, the chemical formula component oxidizes in the water, which assists in the removal of dirt and organic debris. Cotton, linen, and other natural fibers have a brighter and whiter appearance after being treated with them, and it also kills germs, fungi, and viruses. As it decomposes organic matter, chlorine bleach emits a smell that is immediately recognizable as that of chlorine, so you'll know when it's doing its job properly. If that smell is still present in the fabric after washing, the item of clothing or linen in question is not clean enough to be worn or used. The liquid version of chlorine bleach is the most common form that can be found on store shelves; however, the dry form of the product is also sold in stores and can be purchased online. 
It's likely safe to say that Clorox is the most well-known brand of chlorine bleach. On the other hand, most stores sell their own private label. It is important to take the time to read the additional information that is included on the labels of bleach bottles, particularly if you need to disinfect clothes. In order for a product to function properly as a disinfectant, the concentration of sodium hypochlorite in the product must be between 5.25% and 6.15%. It is important to read the product labels because not all chlorine bleach formulations are of the same potency. In the following, we mention six primary tips that can help to use this detergent correctly. First and foremost, always test items before bleaching them. It is recommended that you do a spot test on the clothing you want to bleach using chlorine bleach before actually doing the bleaching. First, combine two teaspoons of warm water with one teaspoon of bleach in a mixing bowl. 
Find a place on the garment that is not easily seen, such as an inner seam or an internal pocket made of the same fabric. When blotting the cloth, use a cotton swab that has been soaked in the solution of bleach and water. Before proceeding on to the next step, make sure the area is totally dry. Do not use chlorine bleach on this fabric if there is any noticeable change in color on the fabric or if there is any transfer of color onto the swab. It will not retain its original color or dye. This is of utmost significance for garments constructed from man-made fibers such as polyester, nylon, or any other kind. The use of chlorine bleach has the potential to transform white polyester into a yellow color. The threads' yellow inner core is revealed once the outer covering is eaten away by the bleach, revealing the core's true color. Second Piece of Advice: Never Combine Different Bleaches or Bleach with Ammonia. Never use oxygen bleach and chlorine bleach together (often called all-fabric or color-safe bleach). You run the risk of causing a chemical reaction that is not only dangerous to your clothes but also, and perhaps more significantly, to your lungs. 
The most significant issue arises when chlorine bleach and common household ammonia are combined. Chloramine fumes and liquid hydrazine are produced as a byproduct of the interaction between the two. Both may lead to life-threatening issues with the respiratory system.
- Third: Dilute for Best Results
Even if you want your clothes to have a bleached appearance, you should NEVER pour chlorine bleach directly over the garments. It may cause the fibers to become brittle, it can chew holes in the fabric, and it can remove a significant amount of color. Before adding it to the washer drum or soaking tub, however, first combine one cup of bleach with one quart of warm water in a separate container. Before you add the filthy clothing, you should start by filling the drum with more water. In a washing machine equipped with an automated dispenser, the bleach will be poured into the tub only after the machine has been completely filled with water. Because of this, the bleach will be automatically diluted, so protect your clothing. Fourth: Delay the addition of the Bleach Wait about five minutes after the start of the wash cycle before adding the diluted bleach. This will give the enzymes in the laundry detergent time to perform their work of dissolving stains and grime before adding the bleach. It is possible that the efficacy of the detergent will be reduced if chlorine bleach is added at the beginning of the wash cycle. 
Dispensers of bleach that are automatic in washing machines will add the bleach to the wash cycle at the appropriate moment. Fifth: Keep It Sizzling, Sizzling, Sizzling If you're using chlorine bleach but aren't achieving the desired level of lightening, try adjusting the temperature of the water you're working with. The bleaching power of chlorine is maximized when it is added to hot water. It can be used in both warm and cold water, but the effects may not be what you anticipate seeing from using it. Sixth: Always Keep It Current Bleach that contains chlorine is sensitive to both light and temperature. Because of this, liquid chlorine bleach is always offered in a container that is opaque so that it does not come into contact with light. Since excessive heat may also influence stability, it is essential to maintain the chlorine bleach at a temperature of around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid the scorching garage at all costs. Within six to twelve months after the purchase date, the bottle will lose its efficacy regardless of whether or not it has been opened. It is not going to "spoil" and do a great deal of damage. The disinfecting and cleaning power won't be nearly as good because of this. If you are washing the clothes with outdated chlorine bleach, all you are doing is adding additional water.