7 things you never in the dryer

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While there is certainly a tumble dryer are total lifesaver, some items do not come much obliged, this robust device. If you want to avoid shrinkage, linear distortion or destroy some of your favorite pieces in your wardrobe, to hear us: We asked experts from the Good Housekeeping Institute share what items should stay away from this basic washroom.

1. swimsuits

As she stops to withstand the heat of the beach hard temperature tumble fragile and broken spandex, says Carolyn Forte, director of the Laboratory for clean Good Housekeeping Institute. Do not worry: Small amounts of spandex (as can be found at the band of his jeans) are fine.

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2. stockings or tights

This delicate mesh material will shrink in the heat, during the rotational movement can also cause 'em to tangle warns Forte. Have you ever tried to solve a node in a pair of socks? They do not want.

3. backed rubber mats

Of course, these mats, which prevent slipping and in your bathroom are small enough to fit in your hand dryer, but the rubber in the rear are the intense heat and can not withstand even disintegrate, says Forte. In addition, it could cause an overheated dryer fire.

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4. Arm

They are sensitive, in fact, too delicate to pull the dryer. "The heat and the hustle and bustle of a dryer can can damage the elasticity and shape of the BH and slopes stretching," says Lexie Sachs analyst textile products in the laboratory of the 'Good Housekeeping Institute. Instead, Sachs recommends that they lie flat dry.

5. garments with ornaments

Think sequins or stones. Strong, the cycle of Fallen said can cause damage to the elegant lace or clothes, while at the same time other items are caught up in the process. It is much easier to hang dry or - if the material is thin or sensitive - put it on a towel to air dry.

6. Anything with a label that warns against falling

This seems obvious, but also veterans Laundry should not enter into a load without double checking the label - especially if you're not sure what kind of fabric of their clothes are made are (an unknown mixture is to identify difficult by touch and sight alone ). Product with silk or wool, for example, often do not throw the machine. If recommends air drying or cleaning is a good reason: This will help your product look new for longer, while preventing shrinkage, distortion, and more.

7. Running Shoes

Heat ruin their damping rubber to reduce and weaken adhesives so that your slippers constantly weak and useless However Tennis shoes are not for sporting purpuses. (Read: do not require heavy) can be thrown in the dryer with several towels on air cooling circuit.

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