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What is Dryer Lint?

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By John Crutchfield
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What is Dryer Lint?
What is Dryer Lint?
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Dryer lint is made up of tiny fibers that are separated from clothing when it is run through a dryer.

    Significance

  1. Lint tray
     
    Lint tray
    Dryer lint is collected in a tray on the dryer. It is important to empty the tray after each drying cycle to ensure peak efficiency.
  2. Geography

  3. The lint tray is usually either located on the top of the dryer or just inside the door. The lint can easily be scooped out using your hand.
  4. Potential

  5. Lint used as tinder
     
    Lint used as tinder
    Dryer lint can be reused by spinning into yarn. It also makes great tinder for starting fires.
  6. Warning

  7. If your tray is not properly cleaned out each time it can accumulate and it could pose a fire hazard. Almost 20 people die every year from home fires attributed to this.
  8. Fun Fact

  9. an example of lint art
     
    an example of lint art
    Some artists reuse dryer lint by making art out of it. It is a great way of recycling and far cheaper than a canvas.
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