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Laundry Tips and Stain Treatments

These laundry tips will help you stay on top of this never-ending chore. Find out how to remove stains, make your own stain treatments, and deal with other laundry-related problems.

How To Get Ink Stains Out Of Clothes

January 5, 2021 by Katie Berry | 21 Comments

Fresh ink stain in shirt that needs to get out

Use these methods to get ink stains out of clothing and fabrics, even if the stain is old or has been through the dryer. The best method to get ink stains out of clothes depends on the type of ink you're dealing with. Some inks are water-based. It's easy to get those stains out. Others are oil-based and may take a bit more effort. So, start by identifying the type that … [Read more...] about How To Get Ink Stains Out Of Clothes

How to Unshrink Clothes Without Ruining Them

October 22, 2020 by Katie Berry | Leave a Comment

Shrunken Pants

Discover how you can unshrink clothes using common household ingredients and a few minutes of your time. Have you shrunk your favorite sweater or hoodie and can't bear the thought of throwing it out? Or maybe that comfortable pair of jeans shrank in the dryer and now they're too tight to zip? Don't panic. The chances are good that you can unshrink your clothes with a few … [Read more...] about How to Unshrink Clothes Without Ruining Them

7 Smart Ways to Use Vinegar in Your Laundry

October 22, 2020 by Katie Berry | 24 Comments

How to Use Vinegar in Laundry

With these easy ways to use vinegar in the laundry, you can fight stains and odors while saving money at the same time. Doing laundry is already a chore. Shuffling through a shelf full of expensive laundry products looking for one that might work -- and which won't damage your clothes -- makes it even more of a hassle. Fortunately, the solution is as close as your pantry … [Read more...] about 7 Smart Ways to Use Vinegar in Your Laundry

How to Wash and Revive Towels

October 22, 2020 by Katie Berry | Leave a Comment

How to Wash Towels the Right Way

Here's how to wash towels, so they stay fresh, fluffy, and like new. Plus, steps to revive old towels with a strip wash. Are your towels starting to look dingy or feel rough? Have your family's bath towels started smelling stale even though you've just washed them? Or maybe you're thinking about upgrading to better bath linens but want to keep them feeling fresh and … [Read more...] about How to Wash and Revive Towels

How To Sort Laundry Properly

October 22, 2020 by Katie Berry | 4 Comments

Pile of unsorted laundry

Knowing how to sort laundry helps you understand which clothes are safe to wash together, so you can get your clothes clean without damage. When my son recently did the wash to earn pocket money, I quickly realized he had no idea whatsoever how to sort laundry. Not only did he just toss stuff into the machine, but he also tossed it all into ONE load. Then he added most … [Read more...] about How To Sort Laundry Properly

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