Doing laundry is a routine task, but small mistakes can reduce washing efficiency or damage your clothes. Here’s a list of the most frequent mistakes and how to avoid them to optimize your laundry cycles.
Using excessive detergent creates too much foam, preventing proper rinsing and leaving residue on clothes
– Follow the recommended dosage on the detergent packaging.
– Adjust the amount of detergent to the load size and water hardness.
Washing light, dark, and delicate clothes together can cause color bleeding and fabric damage.
– Separate laundry by color (light, dark) and fabric type (cotton, delicate).
– Check labels to select the right program.
An overloaded drum prevents clothes from moving properly, reducing washing and rinsing efficiency.
– Fill the drum up to 3/4 capacity to allow optimal movement of clothes.
A dirty machine accumulates detergent residues, limescale, and mold, which can cause bad odors and affect cleaning performance.
– Regularly clean the door seal, detergent drawer, and drum.
– Run an empty cycle with white vinegar once a month.
Excess fabric softener can make clothes less absorbent, especially towels, and leave a greasy film in the machine.
– Use a small amount of fabric softener or replace it with white vinegar as a natural alternative.
High temperatures can shrink clothes, damage fibers, or fade some fabrics.
– Refer to clothing labels to choose the right temperature.
– Opt for 30-40°C programs for most laundry.
Improper drying can deform clothes or lead to bad odors.
– Hang clothes immediately after washing or use a dryer according to the care labels.
– Avoid overloading the dryer to prevent wrinkles.
By adopting good laundry practices, you can extend the lifespan of your clothes, save energy, and maintain the efficiency of your washing machine.
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