Replacing clothes gets expensive fast. The good news? A few small laundry habits can double the life of your wardrobe.
Here are some pro tips our team recommends.
👕 Turn Clothes Inside Out
Prevents:
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Fading
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Pilling
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Logo cracking
Especially important for:
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Jeans
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Graphic tees
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Athletic wear
👚 Use Cold Water Most of the Time
Cold water:
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Protects fabric fibers
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Prevents shrinking
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Keeps colors vibrant
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Saves energy
Modern detergents work perfectly in cold water.
🧦 Use Mesh Laundry Bags
Perfect for:
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Socks
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Underwear
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Delicates
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Baby clothes
Prevents stretching and disappearing items.
🧼 Don’t Overdry
Overdrying causes:
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Shrinking
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Fabric damage
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Static
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Worn-out texture
Remove clothes while slightly warm and hang to finish drying.
🌬 Air Dry When Possible
Air drying:
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Preserves shape
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Reduces wrinkles
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Extends garment life
Especially good for:
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Leggings
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Workout clothes
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Sweaters
🧴 Skip Fabric Softener (Sometimes)
It coats fibers and reduces absorbency.
Avoid on:
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Towels
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Athletic wear
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Microfiber fabrics
Bonus Tip: Fold Immediately
Less wrinkles = less ironing = less heat damage.
Want Professional-Level Care?
At Ginny’s Laundry Service, we use commercial-grade equipment and proper sorting to keep your clothes looking newer, longer.
Pickup. Wash. Fold. Delivered.
Easy.
