Doing laundry: tips and tricks for washing and drying clothes
Curious about how to dry your clothes in winter, how to separate clothes or how much detergent to use? How to do your laundry like a pro!
Doing laundry can be a chore and especially difficult in winter as these bulky items take up space. Here's how to do your laundry easily and simply, including the best ways to dry, separate, and clean your clothes.
Colada is like broccoli, that's just the way it is. Nobody really likes it, nobody really likes it. It's right there and you have to deal with it.
Interestingly, when they leave home for the first time, many people don't know how to do their laundry because they are used to having their laundry done by a janitor.
If you're one of those many, don't worry - we've got you covered. And even if you're a seasoned pro, these tips are definitely worth trying.
In this guide , TAG24 explains how to wash your laundry and how best to sort, clean and then dry your clothes - even in winter!
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There are three main steps to properly doing laundry, each of which plays an important role in this all-too-common endeavor: sorting clothes, washing properly, and drying.
The whole process can be pretty tedious, but when you put on good music, upload it, and have fun, it doesn't sound like a chore.
Curious how to avoid common washing mistakes? Let's dive!
How to separate clothes
Before throwing your clothes in the washing machine in any way, you should probably separate them.
Why? Well, because most of us don't want our fabrics turning into a light shade of a random color taken from a darker, bloodier space.
There are two different ways to separate your clothes, both of which are pretty important if you want to save yourself from the absolute disaster of washing: the type of fabric and the color of the garment. The basic idea is not to let things get mixed up. That means:
- Do not mix dark, light or light colors. That means no pink with white, black with yellow, etc. At the very least, it's best to keep light and dark fabrics separate .
- Be careful with your fabric types. Wash heavy items, like towels, separately from lighter fabrics so they don't streak or stretch. Also, keep fluffy fabrics away from other fabrics.
Tip: Check your bags before doing your laundry! It's one thing to accidentally leave your phone in your pocket and quite another to leave a tissue there. The destruction caused by such a small mistake will surely make you raise your fists to the sky.
How much detergent to use
There's one important rule to always follow when doing laundry, and it's very simple: read the directions on the package, bottle, or box to find out how much detergent to use.
You should also be careful to use a detergent that is gentle on the fabric being washed and will not cause it to glow an unwanted or fluorescent color.
How to use vinegar on clothes
Vinegar can be great for removing stains, softening fabrics, whitening clothes, and reducing static. If you want to avoid the damp sauerkraut smell, make sure you're using this vinegar properly.
Here are some basic rules to remember when using vinegar on clothing:
- Rule 1: For heaven's sake, don't use balsamic vinegar! As the motto says, "It's white vinegar or no vinegar."
- Rule 2: Use only about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of white distilled vinegar during washing, no more.
- Rule 3: The best way to use vinegar is to put it in your fabric softener dispenser or add it manually during the rinse cycle.
- Rule 4: Don't hesitate to treat stains by soaking the stained fabric in white vinegar for half an hour before throwing the clothes in the washing machine as usual.
Be careful when using vinegar during the washing process and check that the fabric of your clothes is in good condition. This information can usually be found on the label.
How to use bleach on clothes
Using bleach is a bit risky. The most important thing to note about bleach is that it is very strong. This can seriously affect the color of your clothes, staining and often destroying the fabric. That being said, bleach can be great for washing whites or bleach-resistant fabrics.
If you use bleach on clothes, follow these steps:
- Dilute the amount of bleach you plan to use with about 4 cups of water
- Separate your laundry and only add whites or clothes known to be safe for bleaching.
- Start your wash cycle, also with detergent
- About 5 minutes into the program start, add the bleach.
Bleach can do a fantastic job of removing stains, especially on linens, sheets, and towels. It lightens whites but can definitely damage other fabrics, so be very careful when using bleach.
How to dry your clothes
While many in the United States have a clothes dryer, many countries have learned to live without one. This can affect the power supply to your home and skyrocket your electric bills .
When drying your clothes in the dryer, use the machine's automatic or timed setting, depending on the amount of clothes in the load.
For delicate clothes and anything that can shrink from the heat of the dryer, it's best to use a simple clothesline to hang your clothes.
Here are some tips and tricks for hanging hacks in winter and summer.
How to dry clothes in your apartment in winter
When drying clothes on a rack in your home, remember that hanging items affect the humidity and humidity levels in your apartment or house.
However, in winter this can be a positive as the hot air produced by radiators is often dry, leaving your clothes damp.
However, air that is too humid or condensed on certain surfaces can encourage mold growth and cause a whole range of different problems.
To reduce the risks of drying clothes indoors, make sure your home is ventilated and the air temperature is warm but not too hot.
The best way to hang clothes to dry
When hanging clothes to dry, a secret trick is to spin the clothes in the washing machine first .
This saves you money and energy by not going through a full drying cycle and removing as much moisture as possible before it becomes airborne, which can lead to mold growth.
To effectively dry your clothes indoors, follow these steps:
Step 1: Spin the laundry well
Make sure your washing machine has a full, high-speed spin so that as little water as possible is left on your clothes afterward. You don't want your clothes to be dripping with water when you take them out as it will create a mess and also greatly increase air drying time.
Step 2 - Only hang clothes in warm rooms
Make sure the room where you hang your clothes is warm, relatively dry, and well ventilated. This can of course be difficult in winter, but it is not impossible. The cold air lets your clothes dry for a long time. If possible, expose your clothing to the sun. This improves the drying process, cutting down on the time it takes, while still making it smell pretty good!
Be sure to hang your clothes on the clothes rack as carefully as possible, without overlapping other wet clothes, to allow them to dry completely.
Step 3: Provide good ventilation
Once your clothes are well wrung out and hung correctly in the right room, it is important to air them. To do this, never place your wardrobe directly against a wall, in front of cupboards or in places where the air does not allow your clothes to circulate properly.
In the summer, it's a good idea to simply leave the windows in your home open to allow for good ventilation. In winter, however, it gets a bit more difficult (for obvious reasons). You can also use "forced ventilation", which involves opening as many doors and windows as possible and suddenly airing your home thoroughly for 5-10 minutes.
Regardless of how you have ventilated your space, make sure air can circulate freely to create an environment conducive to drying clothes properly.
And don't forget to keep your washing machine clean and try to remove clothes as soon as possible at the end of the cycle so that they don't get wet.
How long does it take to dry a load of laundry indoors?
The time it takes to dry a load of clothes depends on the density of the fabric, the quality of the washing machine's spin cycle, the ventilation and temperature of the home, and how you hung the clothes.
Therefore, drying a load of laundry indoors can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days .
How often should you wash clothes?
How regularly you clean your clothes and do laundry depends entirely on your habits. If you lead a very active life and sweat a lot, you need to wash more often. If you work from home or are fairly stationary, you can usually wear clothes longer.
In most cases, you can wear the top layer of clothing for two days before washing it and underwear for one day. The towels and bed linen should ideally be cleaned once a week.
Check the smell of fabrics to know when to wash them. If it stinks, throw it away with the dirty laundry!
Why does it smell bad when I do laundry?
If your house smells bad when you run the washing machine or try to dry clothes in it, your room is probably too cold, too humid, or stuffy. Try to keep the room ventilated , plug in a fan if necessary, and leave the washer and dryer doors open for a few hours after washing to allow the inside of the machine to dry.
These tips and tricks are sure to get your dirty laundry skills in tip-top shape!
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