6 Laundry Mistakes You May Be Making

6 Laundry Mistakes You May Be MakingAre you overloading the washer beyond it’s capacity? Using too much detergent?  Putting too much the bleach? Find out the answers to these questions read more smart laundry tips in the bargain.

Furiously Rubbing Stains
This makes it even worse and can possibly wear away your clothing. Instead, be gentle and methodical. Act on the stain as soon as you can; the less time that has passed, the more success you’ll have. Use a white cloth to rub on your fabric so that colors can’t transfer.

Too Much Detergent
Bacteria buildup can result in excess suds when dirt pulled from clothes get caught in areas that won’t always rinse clean. The remedy: Use half the amount of detergent that you normally do, then gradually add the amount if your clothes are not coming out as clean as you would like. Here’s an exception, if you have hard water, you may actually need more soap than you are using.

Not Zipping Zippers All the Way to the Top
Metal teeth can catch other pieces of clothing that’s being washed in the same load. An example of these would be clothing deemed delicate such as satin or the woven types.

Washing Shirts All Buttoned Up
This may seem like a good idea, but contrary to popular belief this can stress the thread on your buttons and buttonholes. This can and lead to premature poppage and torn buttonholes at the seams. Always take the time to unbutton before putting your clothes in the washer.

Your Washing Machine Isn’t On A Leveled Surface
If your washer is not on a leveled surface, the vibrations can damage your floor and prematurely wear out key components in your machine.Such as the tub bearings and shock absorbers. Adjust the feet when it’s not leveled, this typically screws up and down, accordingly. If this doesn’t help, Add the floor with a ¾-inch-thick piece of plywood that’s a little larger than the machine’s base. It will help absorb the vibrations.

Not Caring For Socks
Here’s a tip: To let your socks stay together always, place them in the washer tub first. This will result in them less likely to attach themselves to other garments and then disappear.