Has it ever happened to you that your leggings become so tight after drying that you can barely get them on? To avoid such inconveniences, it is good to know some basic rules about what does not belong in the dryer.
The tumble dryer is one of those household appliances that is very important to us they make life easier, especially in the colder months when drying clothes outdoors is not exactly the easiest task.
Instead of hanging clothes on racks all over the house and emitting moisture, we simply throw them in the dryer, we press the button and after a while we are already folding warm, dry clothes.
But, like any appliance, a tumble dryer is not without its limitations. Some clothes that are carelessly thrown into it can shrink, lose their shape or even become completely useless.
Although the dryer frees us from many worries and saves time, it is important to know which pieces of clothing do not belong in it.
1. Stretchy and workout clothes
Exercise clothes and other stretchy garments are often made of special materials such as elastane, spandex and other synthetic materials that can shrink or lose their elasticity when exposed to high temperatures.
If you dry such clothes in the dryer, you run the risk of them shrinking so much that you simply cannot wear them anymore. Heat damages stretchable materials and can render them unusable.
In addition, it should be noted that clothes with decorations such as sequins and beads, are also not suitable for machine drying. Heat can destroy the shiny elements and the beads can fall off. In addition, these accessories can get stuck in the internal parts of the machine, which can cause serious malfunctions.
2. Delicate underwear
Underwear, especially bras and panties that have elastic bands, should also not be dried in the dryer. Elastic bands can be damaged by high temperature, meaning they will stretch or lose their shape. As a result, these items of laundry will become useless. Drying bras in the machine can cause them to lose support and become deformed.
In addition, delicate materials such as lace and silk accessories can become brittle and easily damaged when machine dried. Instead, it is recommended to air dry delicate laundry.
3. Woolen clothes
Wool is a natural material that is sensitive to heat and mechanical processing. If you tumble dry woolen clothes, you run the risk of them shrinking and becoming stiff. Wool fibers lose their flexibility and softness at high temperature and rapid spinning, which makes clothes uncomfortable to wear.
The best way to dry woolen clothes is to spread them out on a flat surface and dry them naturally, away from direct sunlight or heat sources.
4. Waterproof clothing
Clothing made from waterproof materials, such as rain jackets or ski pants, should never be put in the dryer. These materials have special coatings that provide water resistance, and machine drying can damage or destroy these coatings. When the water-repellent coating is damaged, the clothing loses its protective function and becomes ineffective in rainy or snowy conditions.
It is best to air dry these clothes as this will preserve their functionality and extend their life.
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Although the dryer is an extremely convenient appliance, it is important to know that they are not all clothes suitable for drying in this way. Exercise clothes, delicate underwear, woolen clothes and water-repellent items are just a few examples that it is better to avoid drying in the machine. With a little extra care, you can prevent damage to your clothes and extend their life lifetime.
