[header] How to prevent laundry from bleeding [title] Read the labels on your clothes. [step] Manufacturers often put warnings like " wash with like colors " or " color rubs off " on the labels of garments that are at risk of bleeding in the wash. If the label is unclear or your garment is old and you're not sure whether it will bleed, set it aside to be tested. 
Testing your clothes for dye bleeding beforehand will help you determine if you need to take extra precautions when washing them. [title] Test for colorfastness using an iron.