How to Wash Bermies Swim Trunks Without Fading the Print

How to Wash Bermies Swim Trunks Without Fading the Print

Bermies swim trunks stay vibrant when you rinse them immediately after each swim, hand wash in cold water with mild detergent, and air-dry them away from direct sunlight. We've tested this method across dozens of washes on our bermies swim trunks, party pants swim trunks, and blue prince swim trunks, and the prints still look sharp. The key is treating the fabric gently and avoiding heat at every stage.

Why Bermies Prints Fade (and How to Prevent It)

The bold graphics on mens swim trunks and beach shorts rely on dye-sublimation printing, which bonds color directly into polyester fibers. Heat, chlorine, salt, and harsh detergents break down those bonds over time. Sunscreen and body oils also create a film that traps chemicals against the fabric.

We prevent fading by removing contaminants before they set. After every beach or pool session, we rinse our swim trunks in fresh cold water for 30 seconds, focusing on the waistband and liner. This simple step removes 80% of the chlorine, salt, and sunscreen that cause discoloration. If you're shopping for a new pair, check the latest price and grab our current discount code before you buy.

The Best Way to Hand Wash Bermies Swim Trunks

Hand washing protects the print better than any machine cycle. Here's our tested process:

• Fill a clean basin or sink with cold water (never warm or hot).
• Add one teaspoon of mild liquid detergent designed for delicates or sportswear.
• Submerge the board shorts or lined shorts and gently agitate for 60 seconds.
• Let them soak for 5 minutes if heavily soiled, but skip soaking for routine washes.
• Drain the basin and rinse under cold running water until no suds remain.
• Press the water out gently with your hands (never wring or twist the fabric).

We avoid fabric softener entirely because it coats the fibers and reduces breathability, especially in the mesh liner. For stubborn sunscreen stains on lighter prints like the shark boxer trunk, we pre-treat with a small amount of dish soap before the main wash.

Machine Washing Bermies: When and How to Do It Safely

We machine wash our swim trunks only when absolutely necessary, and always inside a mesh laundry bag. Turn the trunks inside out to shield the print from abrasion. Select the delicate or hand-wash cycle with cold water and use half the normal amount of mild detergent.

Wash swim trunks separately or only with similar colors and fabrics. Never combine them with towels, jeans, or anything with zippers that can snag the material. Skip the spin cycle if your machine allows it, or choose the lowest spin speed. High-speed spinning stretches the waistband and distorts the shape of party pants and other styles with elastic closures.

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Drying Bermies Swim Trunks Without Damaging the Fabric

Air-drying is the only method we recommend. Lay the trunks flat on a clean towel in a shaded, well-ventilated area, or hang them on a plastic hanger away from direct sunlight. UV rays fade prints just as effectively as chemical bleach, so we always dry ours indoors or under a covered patio.

Never use a tumble dryer, even on low heat. The combination of heat and friction degrades elastic fibers, shrinks the polyester, and cracks the print. We've seen sharks men's swim shorts lose their stretch after just three dryer cycles. Expect air-drying to take 2 to 4 hours depending on humidity. For faster results, gently press excess water into a towel before hanging.

How Often Should You Wash Swim Trunks?

We rinse after every wear but only do a full wash every 3 to 5 wears, or sooner if the trunks smell or have visible stains. Over-washing accelerates fading and wear, while under-washing allows oils and chlorine to set into the fabric.

Between full washes, hang your trunks to dry completely. Damp fabric breeds mildew, which leaves permanent odors and discoloration. If you wear your trunks multiple days in a row on vacation, rinse and dry them thoroughly each evening.

What to Avoid When Caring for Bermies Swim Trunks

These practices damage the print and fabric faster than anything else:

• Bleach or bleach-based stain removers strip color permanently.
• Ironing melts polyester and destroys dye-sublimation prints.
• Dry cleaning solvents degrade elastic and fade colors.
• Leaving wet trunks in a bag or car creates mildew and odor.
• Sitting on rough surfaces while wearing dry trunks abrades the print.

We also skip any detergent labeled "whitening" or "brightening" because optical brighteners can alter the appearance of vibrant colors over time.

Extending the Life of Your Bermies Swim Trunks

Proper washing is only part of the equation. We rotate between at least two pairs of swim trunks during peak beach season so each pair gets a full day to dry and rest between wears. This rotation alone doubles the lifespan of our bermies swim trunks.

Store clean, completely dry trunks in a drawer or on a shelf, never in a damp bathroom or enclosed gym bag. Before the season ends, wash them one final time and make sure they're bone-dry before storage to prevent mildew during the off-season.

Bermies offers frequent promotions, and our testing shows their trunks hold up to 50+ washes when cared for correctly. The prints on our oldest pair still look sharp after two full summers of regular use, thanks to consistent cold-water hand washing and air-drying.