HELPFUL TIPS

Helpful Laundry Tips

  • When should I wash clothes in hot water?

    This is good for white and light-colored clothes to best remove germs and heavy soil. Be careful however because hot water can shrink some fabrics.

  • When to use warm water?

    For most man-made fibers such as jeans and knits it is best to wash in warm water. This offers effective cleaning without shrinking.

  • When to use cold water?

    Cold water is an eco-friendly option and will help prevent shrinking, however to ensure that the clothes are properly cleaned you will want to pre-treat especially dirty clothes.

  • What are the proper steps to sort clothes?

    • Separate heavier items from lighter items
    • Sort by the level of dirt on the clothes
    • Turns clothes inside out
    • Pre-treat heavy stains
    • Separate by color and wash like colors

  • Can I use laundry pods?

    Absolutely, just put them in with the clothing.

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