The permanent press cycle is your secret weapon against wrinkles and pilling.

However, it is well worth understanding what the permanent press cycle does.

Permanent press cycles appear on washing machines and dryers and are designed toreduce wrinklesand creasing in synthetic fabrics.

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Typically, they use lower heat and slower mechanical action.

The permanent press setting is often found ontop-loading washerswith a center agitator.

However, the setting is also on somefront-loading, high-efficiency washing machines.

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What Is Permanent Press on a Dryer?

Many dryers also feature a permanent press setting.

When transferring items from the washer to the dryer, give them a quick shake to loosen the fabric.

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It reduces creases and wrinkles and shortens drying time.

Ironing poses several risks to fabric, including fading, shrinking, or burning.

Some wrinkle-prone natural fibers, such asbambooand linen, also benefit from being laundered using the permanent press options.