Folding for Space Saving

When the laundry is done, it’s time for folding and putting it all away. But let’s face it, some things are easier to fold than others. We gathered resources and videos to help you fold like a pro. Fitted Sheet – This one trips a lot of people up, but...

To Sort or Not to Sort

Does laundry sorting still matter? The ACI website’s laundry guide recommends sorting, yet a third of U.S. adults don’t bother. Have these non-sorters found a time-saving tip or are they ruining their clothes? Washing mixed loads of laundry doesn’t mean your clothes will be immediately ruined. Gone are the days...

Hand Washing Clothes Dos and Don’ts

There are some clothes that don’t require dry cleaning but you may not want to put in the washing machine. These can include delicate items like bras, swimsuits and vintage pieces. Hand washing can help you keep these pieces looking their best for a long time. Hand washing a small...

Cleaning for Slow Fashion

As awareness of the environmental impacts of the fashion industry increases, many consumers are looking to take better care of the clothes they already own. In 2017, the Environmental Protection Agency reported that 11.2 million tons of textile waste in the US ended up in landfills. In our increasingly throwaway...

Sustainable Laundry Detergent and Practices

How can we reduce the carbon footprint of a load of laundry? There are lots of things being done and that can be done to reduce emissions when it comes to the laundry room. We all have a role to play. How can we reduce the carbon footprint of a...

TikTok Trends and Unusual Uses for Cleaning Products

Cleaning products are designed and tested to be safe when used as intended. That means they should be used according to the directions on the label! Just because you see something on TikTok does not mean it is safe to follow suit. We’re doing a rundown of some of TikTok’s...

Down Coat Cleaning Tips

Down coats are lightweight and durable. It’s no wonder they’re so popular when the weather gets cold. Like any garment, they can get grungy after a while and should be washed a few times a year. It isn’t hard, but it takes a bit of care to ensure the down...

Teaching Caring by Sharing the Cleaning

One thing the pandemic taught many households over the past year or so is that roles are fluid. Whether picking up new caretaking duties or household chores, many families needed to redistribute the load when outside support was unavailable. This included getting the kids involved in helping around the home,...

Levels of Laundry Care

This National Public Health Week, we’re talking about cleaning practices for better health. When a loved one is sick, you want to care for them. Maybe you bring them soup or medicine. Maybe you set them up with a comfortable place to lay down in view of a television. But...

What Is Fabric Softener and How Is It Used?

Fabric softener, also known as fabric conditioner, is a fabric enhancer that can be used along with detergent like conditioner is used along with shampoo. It has many benefits that can be important to clothing, including fabric protection and prevention of stretching, fuzzing, and fading. Like hair conditioner, fabric softener...

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