Laundry

Laundry is a huge part of any cleaning or chores routine, and learning to do laundry right is key to getting your clothes, bedding, and other textiles clean. Here, you’ll learn about borax, see how to fold a fitted sheet, figure out how to hand-wash clothes, and find other must-know tips for maintaining your laundry and laundry room. Better laundry starts here.

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This Top-Rated Collapsible Laundry Basket Saves So Much Space in Your Home

This Top-Rated Collapsible Laundry Basket Saves So Much Space in Your Home
You won’t even know it’s there.
5 Laundry Products That Help You Save Money—and the Planet

5 Laundry Products That Help You Save Money—and the Planet
Adopting a more eco-friendly laundry routine doesn't have to bust your budget—in fact, it can be cheaper.
How to Remove Stains From a Wedding Dress and Save the Day

How to Remove Stains From a Wedding Dress and Save the Day
Kiss those wine, mud, and makeup stains goodbye.
 The 8 Best Dryer Balls to Reduce Static and Drying Time

 The 8 Best Dryer Balls to Reduce Static and Drying Time
You’ll finally know why everyone’s using wool dryer balls.
Sales for This Space-Saving Laundry Hamper Just Jumped By Over 300% on Amazon

Sales for This Space-Saving Laundry Hamper Just Jumped By Over 300% on Amazon
Shoppers have found endless uses for it.
Sitcoms Have Convinced Me That I Need This Clever Laundry Accessory

Sitcoms Have Convinced Me That I Need This Clever Laundry Accessory
When the pandemic is over, I’m going shopping at Cloud 9.
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I Found a Secret Use for This Belt Hanger That Has Nothing to Do With Belts

I Found a Secret Use for This Belt Hanger That Has Nothing to Do With Belts
 I don’t wear belts, but I do wear face masks.
Here's Exactly When You Should Sanitize Your Laundry—Plus, How to Do It

Here's Exactly When You Should Sanitize Your Laundry—Plus, How to Do It
Go grab those musty-smelling bath towels!
The $10 Hack That Lets You Dry Clean Your Sweaters at Home

The $10 Hack That Lets You Dry Clean Your Sweaters at Home
These Genius Mesh Bags Are the Secret to Cutting Laundry Time in Half

These Genius Mesh Bags Are the Secret to Cutting Laundry Time in Half
Over 8,000 Amazon Shoppers Use This Retractable Clothesline to Save Space

Over 8,000 Amazon Shoppers Use This Retractable Clothesline to Save Space
Top Load Versus Front Load Washing Machines: Is One Better Than the Other?

Top Load Versus Front Load Washing Machines: Is One Better Than the Other?

These Dryer Balls Will Save You Time, Money, and Energy—and They're Just $8 for Prime Day

These popular dryer balls are 60 percent off today.

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What Is Laundry Stripping? Some Swear by This Gross-Yet-Satisfying Cleaning Trend

What Is Laundry Stripping? Some Swear by This Gross-Yet-Satisfying Cleaning Trend
Do This Before You Store Away Your Winter Clothes

Do This Before You Store Away Your Winter Clothes
Don’t Want to Leave the House for Laundry? This Compact Appliance Will Clean Your Clothes

Don’t Want to Leave the House for Laundry? This Compact Appliance Will Clean Your Clothes
The Easiest-Ever Guide to Hand Washing More Than Just Your Delicates

The Easiest-Ever Guide to Hand Washing More Than Just Your Delicates
Show Your Bras the TLC They Deserve With These Easy Hand Washing Tips

Show Your Bras the TLC They Deserve With These Easy Hand Washing Tips
Your Laundry Is Polluting Waterways—This Washing Bag Wants to Change That

Your Laundry Is Polluting Waterways—This Washing Bag Wants to Change That
The Weird Way to Make Your Favorite Pair of Jeans Last Forever

The Weird Way to Make Your Favorite Pair of Jeans Last Forever
This Genius All-in-One Iron Steamer Saves Me a Ton of Time on Laundry Day

This Genius All-in-One Iron Steamer Saves Me a Ton of Time on Laundry Day
This Genius $7 Freshening Spray Is Like Dry Shampoo for Your Clothes

This Genius $7 Freshening Spray Is Like Dry Shampoo for Your Clothes
Borax Is Making a Comeback, But Does It Really Belong in Your Washing Machine?

Borax Is Making a Comeback, But Does It Really Belong in Your Washing Machine?
PSA: Your Laundry Detergent May Be Affecting Your Sleep—Here’s What You Should Be Using

PSA: Your Laundry Detergent May Be Affecting Your Sleep—Here’s What You Should Be Using
The 7 Best Laundry Baskets to Make Laundry Day Much Easier

The 7 Best Laundry Baskets to Make Laundry Day Much Easier
Finally, Expert Answers to Every Question You've Ever Had About Doing Laundry

Finally, Expert Answers to Every Question You've Ever Had About Doing Laundry
Why You Should Put Tennis Balls in Your Dryer

Why You Should Put Tennis Balls in Your Dryer
5 Chemical-Free Ways to Spiff Up Your Laundry

5 Chemical-Free Ways to Spiff Up Your Laundry
I Tried a Laundry Egg—And Here’s What I Really Thought

I Tried a Laundry Egg—And Here’s What I Really Thought
8 Things You Should Never Clean in a Washing Machine

8 Things You Should Never Clean in a Washing Machine
This Is How Often You Should Really Clean Your Sheets, According to a Pro

This Is How Often You Should Really Clean Your Sheets, According to a Pro
Apparently You Can 'Un-Shrink' Cotton Clothes—Here's How

Apparently You Can 'Un-Shrink' Cotton Clothes—Here's How
How to Wash a Weighted Blanket

How to Wash a Weighted Blanket
7 Ways You’re Washing Your Workout Clothes Wrong

7 Ways You’re Washing Your Workout Clothes Wrong
I Tried This $10 Home Dry Cleaning Kit—Here's What Happened

I Tried This $10 Home Dry Cleaning Kit—Here's What Happened
5 Easy Laundry Tricks for Longer-Lasting Clothes

5 Easy Laundry Tricks for Longer-Lasting Clothes
5 Tricks to Creating a Pretty and Practical Laundry Room

5 Tricks to Creating a Pretty and Practical Laundry Room
How to Fold a Fitted Sheet

How to Fold a Fitted Sheet
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