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  • hand putting laundry into washing machine
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 10 months ago

    Why You Should Stop Washing Towels With Clothes And Other Laundry Immediately

    You probably throw your towels in with the rest of your laundry, but should you? There's a very clear answer to this question (& you might not like it!).

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  • various cleaning supplies with toxic poison symbol on each of them, gathered together on the floor of a kitchen
    By Jillian Chapman 10 months ago

    5 Household Items That Are Damaging Your Health

    It's difficult to stay on top of our health, but these common household items could be damaging. Here's what to avoid, and alternatives to use instead.

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  • Washing machine full with colorful towels
    By Charlotte D. Miller 10 months ago

    Which Washer & Dryer Settings To Use For Maximum Softness

    Tired of stiff and scratchy clothes? You're probably using your laundry machines the wrong way. Here are some tips to optimize your clothes washing & drying.

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  • Hand holding scoop of laundry detergent near washing machine
    By Ethan Harrison Smith 10 months ago

    Signs You're Using The Wrong Amount Of Detergent When Doing Laundry

    You could be using the wrong amount of laundry detergent when you're washing your clothes. If you see any of these signs, you're using too much or too little.

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  • woman's arm pulling a cream sweater out of a white washing machine and placing it into a woven laundry basket
    By Erika Dale 11 months ago

    The Handy Pull-Out Shelf That Makes Laundry Even Easier

    Laundry is an arduous but necessary duty, but what if you had a pull-out shelf installed to make folding, drying, loading, and unloading an easier process?

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  • A washing machine with the door open in a modern laundry room. There is a shelf with folded towels, a plant, and a basket filled with laundry next to the machine.
    By Holly Gates 11 months ago

    Prolong The Life Of Your Washing Machine With These Maintenance Tips

    Your washer should last a long time to make the most on your investment. Who wants to deal with broken appliances during laundry? Follow these maintenance tips.

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  • Person opening freezer
    By Charlotte D. Miller 11 months ago

    The Secret Ingredient To Getting Rid Of Wrinkles Without An Iron Is In Your Freezer

    Wrinkly clothes without an iron or steamer around? That's not a problem. Get rid of those laundry wrinkles with a secret ingredient straight from your freezer.

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  • woman using bath towel in front of a mirror
    By Charlotte D. Miller 11 months ago

    Simple Tips To Make Your Towels Last Longer

    Keep those plush, luxurious towels last as long as possible by implementing these simple tips for washing and drying them with the correct laundry techniques.

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  • A green-gloved hand holding a bottle of white vinegar
    By Kristeen Cherney 12 months ago

    Common Laundry Stains That Can Be Fixed With A Little Bit Of Vinegar

    Stained clothing can ruin our favorite outfits, but if you've got vinegar in the house, then you've got a great way to fix common laundry stains ready to go.

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  • waist-to-knee shot of a woman with long red hair wearing a cut off top and shorts. Her clothes, arms, and hair are covered in paint.
    By Holly Gates December 9th, 2024

    The Best Way To Remove Dried Paint From Clothing

    If you have dried paint on a favorite clothing item, don't worry. Not all hope is lost! The best way to remove set paint stains is with a simple laundry trick.

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  • A yellow-gloved hand is wiping the rubber gasket around the opening of a front-loaded washing machine.
    By Holly Gates December 8th, 2024

    Get The Inside Of Your Washer Sparkling Clean With A Handy Household Essential

    Your washer might look clean on the inside, but the bacteria growing in there is ... well, anything but. Here's how one bathroom item will sterilize it.

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  • Stack of dryer sheets on table
    By Ethan Harrison Smith December 7th, 2024

    Are Dryer Sheets Bad? Here's Why You Might Want To Ditch Them On Laundry Day

    Dryer sheets may seem like they're harmless, but there are actually a few bad attributes that may make you want to reconsider using them while doing laundry.

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  • Woman taking laundry product from store shelf
    By Ethan Harrison Smith December 5th, 2024

    The Unnecessary Laundry Product With A Clean Reputation But A Dirty Truth

    Not only is the common laundry product completely unnecessary for washing your clothes, but there are actually quite a few reasons to avoid it entirely.

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  • wicker laundry basket full of dirty clothing items sitting on a floor against the wall
    By Charlotte D. Miller December 1st, 2024

    The Dollar Tree Laundry Hack That Makes Missing Socks A Thing Of The Past

    Dealing with missing and unmatched socks is one of the worst things about doing laundry. But with this Dollar Tree hack, you can make that worry go away.

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  • lowboy dresser with wood surround and white drawer fronts has the top drawers open and overflowing with clothing clutter
    By Erika Dale November 30th, 2024

    The Space-Saving IKEA Product That Will Revolutionize Your Closet Storage

    If you're struggling with a disorganized closet space with little room to spare, then this IKEA product could be a real game-changer for your clothes.

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  • Neatly organized bed linens
    By Holly Gates November 24th, 2024

    The Pillowcase Hack That Will Make Your Bedsheet Organizing Dreams Come True

    If your bedsheets are a nightmare to organize, there's a pillowcase hack you should consider. And it works even if you can't fold a fitted sheet correctly.

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  • person wearing floral shirt holding up pair of wrinkled jeans against a brick background
    By Holly Gates November 23rd, 2024

    Try A Clever Pool Noodle Hack When Air-Drying Laundry & Say Goodbye To Creases

    You use a pool noodle while swimming, but did you know you could use one while doing laundry? With this hack that banishes creases in your clothes, you can.

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  • pile of colorful clothes hangers on floor
    By Erika Dale November 18th, 2024

    The Paper Towel Holder Hack That Keeps Hangers From Cluttering Up Your Laundry Room

    If piles of hangers are bringing unnecessary clutter to your laundry room, don't worry. This paper towel holder hack is a cleaning solution to get you on track.

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  • messy wicker basket of laundry full of unfolded clothes sitting on the couch
    By Gabrielle Hondorp November 17th, 2024

    The Brilliant IKEA Hack That Will Keep Your Laundry Basket Out Of Sight

    IKEA, along with a hefty DIY project, can create a laundry hamper solution of your dreams. This stylish hack is genius and will keep messy clothes out of sight.

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  • hand pulling out dryer sheets out of a container
    By Jillian Chapman November 16th, 2024

    Stop Wasting Money On Dryer Sheets & Try An Easy, All-Natural DIY Instead

    Dryer sheets make your laundry soft and nicely scented. But the money spent on them can add up. You can make your own all-natural ones with this easy DIY.

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  • Man folding his laundry
    By Holly Gates November 13th, 2024

    Easily Fix Oil-Stained Clothes And Fabrics With Items You Already Own

    Getting a greasy or oily spot on your clothes is one of the worst laundry nightmares you can have. But you can remove this stain with a few household items.

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  • Grass stains on white pants
    By Janet F. Murray November 9th, 2024

    Banish Grass Stains From Clothing Using Items You Already Have In The House

    Grass stains on clothes are tough to treat, but you may be able to banish them without an extra trip to the grocery store if you have these household items.

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  • woman's hand removing lint from dryer trap
    By Janine Frank November 4th, 2024

    The Clever Paper Towel Hack That Makes Cleaning Your Lint Trap A Breeze

    The lint trap of your dryer is one of the biggest fire risks in your house. How can you clean out its deepest recesses? This clever hack will make it easy.

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  • powder laundry detergent
    By Charlotte D. Miller November 1st, 2024

    The Downsides Of Using Powder Laundry Detergent (& What To Try Instead)

    Some people still swear by powder laundry detergent, and while it has perks, there are some issues you should be aware of - especially maintenance concerns.

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  • hands going through shiny fabrics
    By Laurie Brenner October 17th, 2024

    What Is Acetate Fabric?

    You may already own something made with acetate fabric without even knowing it. Here's what that means, and how to properly launder acetate fabric clothes.

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  • person repairing washer looking phone
    By Chris Deziel October 17th, 2024

    How To Fix An Unbalanced Washing Machine Drum

    An unbalanced washing machine drum can certainly ruin your laundry day, but there are steps you can take to put your washer on the right track.

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  • iron and starched folded clothes
    By Cynthia Myers October 17th, 2024

    How To Make Liquid Starch Without Cornstarch

    If you need liquid laundry starch but don't have it or any cornstarch lying around, you can use one of these four homemade starch recipes instead.

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