Protect your washeras well as your favorite clothingby being mindful of what put you in it.
Doing laundry is one of those household chores that can feel never-ending.
The same applies to somethrow blanketsthat you should take to the dry cleaner from time to time.
Credit: John Merkl
Things made ofsilk, satin, lace, or chiffon can easily get ruined during the agitation process.
Even if you opt for the delicate cycle, these items are prone to snags and shrinking.
So, avoid the chance altogether and consider hand-washing any item containing these materials instead.
Credit: Reed Davis
Again, play it safe and stick to hand-washing anything that falls into this category.
Some Sweaters
For the most part, many sweaters are fine to run through the washing machine.
Those consisting of cashmere and wool, however, are often marked as dry clean only.
Always use cold water to avoid shrinking.
Though, just like the aforementioned materials, leather andsuede shoesshould never be machine washed.
Rather, adhere to similar methods tospot clean the footwearjust as you would your clothing.
Bathing suits pose a similar problem so it’s usually worth washing these smaller pieces by hand.
Alwaystackle pet hairwith a lint roller first before throwing it in the wash.
10.
The foam inside memory foam can break down during the agitation process of the washing cycle.
Always wash pillows with cold water to avoid melting the fibers inside.
Baby socks, for example, can obstruct the hoses or vent, ultimately resulting in flooding.
Get in the habit of checking every pocket beforeloading the washing machinegoing forward.
