How to Do Laundry Faster

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By Erin Huffstetler
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Doing laundry doesn't have to be a time consuming task. Learn how to do the laundry faster, and get on to more exciting things.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Washer
Dryer
Hamper
Sock holders
Tennis balls

Step 1

Use a hamper with multiple compartments to sort your laundry as you go. One with three compartments--one for lights, darks and whites--will help you to eliminate all laundry room sorting.
Step 2

Matching up socks is a labor-intense activity. Purchase sock holders (little plastic clips designed to keep socks paired in the wash), and make a habit of sliding your socks directly into one of the clips when you take them off. No more matching required!
Step 3

Choose the shortest washer and dryer cycle that will get the job done. If you're washing a small load, choose the small load setting on the washer and a shorter drying time.
Step 4

Toss two tennis balls into the dryer with your clothes to speed up the drying time.
Step 5

Fold your laundry as soon as it comes out of the dryer. This will prevent wrinkling, and eliminate (or at least minimize) your need to iron.

Tips & Warnings

To get the laundry done even faster, look for ways to cut back on the amount of laundry that you produce. Wear your pants twice before washing; use towels more than once--less laundry means more free time, so it's worth taking a look at your habits.

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TriMom73 said

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on 10/21/2008 Thanks for the tips! Getting the laundry done has always been a bit challenge of mine! (I wrote about it here: http://buzz.prevention.com/community/trimom73/laundry-my-nemesis). I love your idea of putting socks in a laundry bag. I used to do what when my kids were babies. I should never have stopped!