Laundry

I work outside and some days the weather is better than others. When it rains, even with supposedly rainproof boots I'm bound to end up with soggy feet. Worse yet now when I get home I have from...

Angora sweaters are beautiful, soft and luxurious. Angora is made from rabbit fur and or goat hair. They are quite pricey to buy and can be equally as pricey to own if you take them to the dry...

New bedding is nice to have, but it often arrives full of wrinkles and creases after being scrunched up in a plastic bag. Whether it's Egyptian cotton, silk, satin or polyester, every type of...

Velvet is a beautiful, luxurious fabric. It is wonderful to wear because you feel so indulged and look so nice. Many people shy away from buying velvet because of the dry cleaning involved, but...

Cat owners have all dealt with indiscriminate urination at one time or another. Occasionally, the cat chooses your bed to urinate on. The urine leaves a strong odor and stain on your bedding, and...

A down comforter gives you a warm, soft place to sleep every night. It can also be a sizable investment and require specific care over the years. Whether someone had a bedtime accident or your pet...

Delicate materials in clothes can sometimes make cleaning difficult. It would be upsetting if the first time you washed that new silk blouse it fell apart or the fabric somehow was ruined. When...

If you avoid using the dryer to dry your laundry, you may often hang your clothing outside on a clothesline. If you must wash clothes at night, you can just as easily hang your clothing inside...

Clothes steamer can be used as an alternative to ironing or to freshen your clothes between dry cleanings, according to Consumer Search. Steamers are available in a variety of sizes. While they do...

Conserving energy by using a dryer rack, particularly in the warmer months of the year, can show up as savings on the monthly electric bill. Dryer racks may not be as fast as a tumble dryer, but...

White curtains can sometimes become a little gray or yellowed over time. When the curtains are too good to become rags, or they are a perfect fit for the room or window, there are ways to brighten...

Wool slacks are a staple in professional wardrobes. Traditionally, cleaning wool requires a trip to the dry cleaners. Maintaining a professional wardrobe, with regular dry cleaning, can be...

Duck down duvets are some of the most comfortable and cozy beddings and are especially convenient during the cold winter months. Since the duvets are so big, bulky and delicate, they can be very...

Cotton gloves have been around for hundreds of years. In the past gloves were considered an essential part of a person's wardrobe. Now cotton gloves are used for many different purposes but are...

There are few chores as time consuming as changing a pile of creased clothes into a pile of freshly pressed ones. If you would like to make your iron an endangered appliance - this article is for you.

Hanging your clothes to dry is a wonderful way to save on your utilities while also doing something to help save the environment. Hanging your clothes outside on a clothes line is a nice...

Major commercial detergent manufacturers use a mass-production process called agglomeration. First, the dry ingredients (usually in granular form) are poured into a large, blender-like machine...

The easiest scenario for cleaning your down duvet is to send it out to professional cleaners, which are equipped with large industrial machines that will not compromise your duvet the way a home...

Cotton sheets represent both the peak of luxury in bedding--when boasting a high thread count--or the epitome of affordability. No matter what purpose you're using them for, cotton sheets are...

Clothes dryers use a lot of power to do their work. If you're trying to save the planet or your cash, you can air dry your clothes on a drying rack. It can also save the elastic in your socks or...

A sheepskin rug makes for a soft and comforting spot for your baby to play, nap and crawl. While pricey, they can last for many years. Of course, with much use, the rug is bound to get dingy...

Most people choose to have feather pillows and other down bedding professionally dry cleaned, as these items are very easy to damage during at-home laundering. But down pillows that are washed at...

Linen fabric is known for its ability to stay cool and fresh even in hot climates. Linen has been used as a fabric for clothing and dressing tables and bedding for over ten thousand years. Caring...

Whenever some fabric gets wet in a dark place and stays that way, it inevitably attracts mold. One of the easiest ways of getting rid of mold is to dry the fabric out and leave it in the sun. Mold...

Indian blankets can become treasured heirlooms to be handed down for generations. However, they are often handmade and delicate and do not take to being washed and dried in either commercial or...

Meeting the needs of both comfort and style, Crocs shoes are perfect for everything from working in the garden to making an impression at a job interview. With so many styles available, it's easy...

The best chenille is made of cotton, but there are also inexpensive synthetic versions. Chenille yarn is thick and fuzzy. When manufacturing a chenille bedspread or comforter, manufacturers begin...

Suede coats can be easily damaged by the wrong method of cleaning. Dry cleaning is usually safest, but bringing your coat to the dry cleaners can get expensive. However, there is a method you can...

Laundry can be an expensive chore, requiring appliances that use a lot of electricity or natural gas. Small bundles of clothes can be hand-washed in sinks to help reduce utility bills. But how to...

The snuggliest beds always include a down comforter, also called a duvet. Duvets are stuffed with down which the Super Comfort website defines as "the soft inner plumage of waterfowl such as ducks...

No-one wants their blankets going out of shape! I love blankets! I love the way they feel, you know the ones that are smooth against the skin and warm. Sometimes they are quilts and at first they...

Down feather bed pillows require special care when cleaning in order to maintain their fluffiness, keep them usable and ensure they are in good condition for years to come. Washing any material...

If you want to go eco-friendly when it comes to drying your clothes, make a wool dryer ball. A wool dryer ball will soften your clothes, remove static cling and even help them dry quicker. Use a...

Whether your denim jeans have been balled up on the floor or in a suitcase for days or simply didn't get taken out of the dryer promptly, there is an easy solution depending on your basic...

Solar energy has been drying clothes for generations. Or, as grandma used to call it: hanging clothes on the clothes line. These days most people use an electric or gas dryer to dry most of their...

Hand wash clothing? Right. We have the washing machine: a modern convenience much adored, much taken advantage of, and liable to be taken for granted. And one day it breaks. Or you may not even...

Washing wool is best done by hand. Unfortunately, wool is prone to shrink and stretch if it isn't washed properly. Here's how to go about washing wool so that it stays wearable.

Making your own products for use in the home is not only rewarding and cost effective, which is very helpful for the family budget. It also allows you to be very aware of what products you are...

With proper care, a down comforter should never need to be washed by machine. Most people only need to spot clean the surface, or let it air out on the clothesline once a year. However, if you...

Maybe your mom has been doing your laundry and now you are on your own? Maybe you just enjoy doing laundry like I do? Laundry can be an enjoyable experience if you don't mess it up! I have...

Using an at home dry cleaning system is quick, easy, effective and will save you money on dry cleaning bills as well as time and gas for your car. Here's how to do it:

Mold and mildew will grow on fabric if it is put away wet or becomes wet while stored. A tent that is packed up with dew on it; towels that become damp while stored under a bathroom sink; items...

I used to avoid buying clothing with "Dry Clean Only" labels. But after spilling food on a silk shirt, and finding I could hand wash it, I got more adventurous with delicate fabrics....

Sheepskin can be incredibly soft and warm. It is also high maintenance. Prone to spills, dirt and other stains, sheepskin is certainly not the easiest to work with. If your beloved sheepskin is...

Washing and Drying clothes is something every household does now and will continue doing in the future. Washing and drying uses either electricity, gas, or both depending upon what type of unit...

A staple of American laundry rooms for decades, Woolite, a fabric detergent made by Reckitt Benckiser Inc., is one of the gentlest ways to clean fine, washable fabrics. According to the...

Tree sap is a sticky, strongly fragrant substance containing minerals, sugars, water and hormones that flows within the sapwood of trees. In early spring, it can be seen oozing from crevices or...

Shoes are made for walking, running, working or standing around, but most don't shed water, so I have an easy cheap way to dry out those shoes..within 6-12 hours bone dry!

Copier toner is a powder containing pigments and resins. Toner melts when heated, which is how it bonds firmly to paper during the printing process. When toner gets on clothing (which can happen...

Using a clothesline to dry clothes in your yard is a great way to save money, make sure your clothes do not shrink and spend some time in the fresh air. Although it may take more time for your...