Laundry Tips and Tricks: Hacks for Fresh smelling Clothes
Laundry Tips and Tricks: Hacks for Fresh smelling Clothes
Let’s be honest — laundry isn’t exactly the most exciting part of life. But what if a few clever hacks could make it quicker, easier, and leave your clothes looking fresher for longer? Whether you’re a laundry pro or just trying to survive the never-ending pile, these tips will help you step up your laundry game.
1. Salt: Your Secret Weapon for Jeans and Darks
Ever noticed your favourite pair of jeans fading after just a few washes? Here’s a game-changing hack: add a tablespoon of salt to your wash. Salt helps lock in dye, especially for denim, keeping your jeans looking fresh and dark for longer. It works by preventing excess dye from bleeding out, especially during those first few washes.
But jeans aren’t the only ones that benefit — dark clothes in general can keep their rich colour longer with a little salt magic. Just toss it in with your detergent and let the salt work its wonders.
2. Mesh Bags: Protect Your Delicates
Bras, lacy underwear, and delicate outfits deserve a little extra TLC in the wash. Pop them into a mesh laundry bag to protect them from getting tangled, stretched, or snagged. This is especially important for items with hooks, clasps, or embellishments that could catch on other clothes.
Jewelled or sequined outfits also benefit from this hack — the mesh bag reduces friction, keeping delicate fabrics and decorations intact while still getting them clean.
3. Turn Clothes Inside Out
For anything prone to fading or pilling, like dark t-shirts, graphic prints, or embellished clothing, turn them inside out before washing. This reduces direct contact with detergent and friction from other clothes, helping maintain colour and fabric quality. It’s a simple step that makes a big difference!
4. White Vinegar: Natural Softness and Odour Control
Fabric softeners aren’t the only way to get soft, fresh-smelling laundry. Adding half a cup of white vinegar during the rinse cycle can soften fabrics naturally, break down detergent residue, and even neutralize odours. Don’t worry — your clothes won’t come out smelling like a chip shop. The vinegar scent disappears as your laundry dries, leaving nothing but softness behind.
5. Aluminium Foil: Say Goodbye to Static
If static cling drives you mad, swap out dryer sheets for a reusable ball of aluminium foil. Just scrunch up a sheet into a tight ball, pop it in the dryer with your clothes, and let it zap the static away. Bonus: it lasts for multiple loads, making it a budget-friendly hack.
6. Ice Cubes: Wrinkle Release in Minutes
In a rush and don’t have time to iron? Toss a couple of ice cubes into the dryer with your wrinkled clothes and run it on high heat for 5 minutes. As the ice melts, the steam relaxes the fabric, reducing wrinkles. It’s not a replacement for a good iron, but it’ll get you out the door looking crisp in no time.
7. Cold Water: Protect Your Colours
When washing dark clothes, especially jeans, always opt for cold water. Hot water opens up fabric fibres, encouraging dye to escape. Cold water keeps those fibres closed, helping colours stay bold and beautiful. Plus, washing in cold water saves energy — a win for both your clothes and your bills.
8. Baking Soda: Fresh Towels Every Time
Towels feeling a bit stiff or musty? Add half a cup of baking soda to the drum before washing. It breaks down residue from fabric softeners and detergents, leaving towels soft, fluffy, and smelling fresh.
9. Don’t Overload the Machine
It’s tempting to cram as much as possible into each load, but overcrowding prevents proper cleaning. Clothes need space to move so water and detergent can circulate freely. If everything is tightly packed, detergent might not reach all areas, leaving some clothes less than fresh. Less is more when it comes to clean, fresh laundry.
10. Keep Your Washing Machine Clean
A clean washing machine means cleaner laundry! To freshen up your machine, you can simply run an empty wash on a hot cycle and add a cup of white vinegar, which helps break down soap scum and remove odours. Baking soda is another trick — just sprinkle some in the drum to neutralize smells and scrub away residue.
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By keeping your machine clean, you ensure that your laundry comes out smelling fresher and cleaner, extending the life of both your clothes and washing machine.
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The Final Spin
With these easy hacks, laundry day doesn’t have to be a drag — and your clothes will thank you! Whether you’re preserving the deep colour of your favourite jeans with a dash of salt, protecting your delicates with mesh bags, or keeping your machine sparkling clean with our high end cleaning products, these tricks will transform your laundry routine.
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