Laundry day is coming and we know we’re going to be dealing with static clothes again! Folding or putting on static clothes can be annoying and this is an all-too-common laundry problem almost everybody is dealing with. The good news is this problem is also surprisingly simple to deal with.
But where does it come from, by the way? Scientifically, static electricity can build up between layers of clothing that are rubbing against each other or between your dry skin and the nearest garment, creating an electrostatic charge. The tumbling action of the dryer also causes fabrics to rub against each other and build up electrostatic charges in your clothes.
Given that, ahead are tips that should help prevent and reduce static cling in your clothes effectively so read and learn.
1. Add some moisture. Because static often occurs due to dryness, the simplest method is to dampen the garment. Spritz the affected item with a water-based fabric spray. If you don’t have a dedicated product on hand, you can also rub the affected areas with a damp cloth to relieve the cling.
2. Press metal on it. Another go-to method is pressing a metal object, such as a wire coat hanger or piece of aluminum foil, in between the clinging areas. The magnetic charge in the metal will disrupt the forces that are causing the cling to happen, thus relieving the garment of static cling.
3. Hang your clothes to dry. Letting your clothes air dry on a drying rack indoors rather than in the dryer. Hanging your clothes to dry will both make them last longer and make the air more humid which will reduce static cling on the clothes.
4. Use a dryer ball. If you need to dry your clothes and home textiles in the dryer, make sure to use tumble dryer balls. This helps separate the clothes and makes the air circulate more evenly in the dryer, which reduces the drying time and prevents static cling.
5. Grab some hand lotion. Another quick and easy way to use moisture to tackle pesky static: Rub a little hand lotion on the affected spot. Once it dries, the garment should be far less clingy!
6. Add a damp rag to the dryer. No dryer balls on hand? Try adding a damp-but-not-sopping rag to the dryer when there are five or 10 minutes left in the cycle. A bit of moisture can keep the air in the dryer from getting too dry, which can contribute to static.
9. Keep your home moist. Again, static happens when the air is too dry, which is all too common in winter. If you’ve tried everything to no avail, consider adding a humidifier or two to your home to keep the air moist — especially when you’re regularly running the furnace.
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