A laundry pro shares how to get the most out of dryer sheets.
Many people tossdryer sheetsin without thinking much about it.
So, what’s the right number of sheets to toss in?
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Gilliland says there’s not actually a magic number when it comes to dryer sheets.
She changes the number of dryer sheets based on load size and fabric pop in in that specific load.
“Dryer sheets smell good, and they’re convenient,” Gilliland says.
Read on to learn how many dryer sheets Gilliland recommends.
“For a normal size load, I usually use two,” Gilliland says.
“I use always one more than what the box says to make the laundry smell good.”
There are also cases where using more dryer sheets is a wise move.
For large loads, you might use up to three dryer sheets.
If you have items covered inpet hair, multiple dryer sheets will help collect the pet hair.
The felt material of dryer sheets is what attractsstatic electricity, but it also attracts pet hair.
Gilliland recommends using up to four dryer sheets to attract the most hair.
How Many Dryer Sheets Is Too Many?
Itispossible to use too many dryer sheets.
This can impact the efficiency of your machine and require cleaning.
When to Avoid Dryer Sheets
Sometimes, zero laundry sheets is the correct number.
Dryer sheets can impact the effectiveness of certain types of fabric.
The scent of dryer sheets comes from fabric conditioner and fragrance compounds, which may irritate sensitive skin.
