Laundry
Get laundry advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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6 organizing tricks to make laundry easier – according to laundry experts
Laundry and organizing experts share their tips and tricks to make laundry easier to take the load off of your weekly chores.
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Tracee Ellis Ross uses this $15 Amazon detergent to wash some of her most precious clothing
The actress trusts this sweet-scented cleaner to revive her favorite designer goods, and for this price, we're rushing to follow her lead
By Megan Slack Published
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7 things the most organized people have in their laundry rooms
Implementing these laundry room must-haves can make completing daily chores more efficient while maximizing the available space
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to make towels smell fresh – 6 expert tips to banish odors
Laundry and cleaning experts explain how to keep bath towels smelling fresh even after use for a nice-smelling bathroom and healthier skin
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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I do a 'closing shift' every night and it prevents me from getting overwhelmed in the morning
I explain my nighttime closing shift and how it helps me to prevent overwhelmed in my day-to-day, as well as how you can incorporate similar to your routine
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to stop mold growth in a laundry room – 4 tips the professionals always use
Experts share the best mold-busting methods for this hardworking space
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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How interior designers organize laundry rooms
Organizing and arranging your laundry room might not seem that tricky, but getting it right could make laundry day that much easier
By Amy Hunt Published
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How to make a laundry room quieter – tips and tricks from the experts
If you’re lucky enough to have one, this is how to make a laundry room quieter – to allow you to put a wash on without thinking about it
By Amy Hunt Published
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Why you should always wash new clothes and linens – and what happens if you don’t
Laundry experts explain why you should always wash new clothes and linens when you bring them home, and what happens if you skip the step
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Cleaning non-negotiables – the three tasks I do every day to prevent overwhelm
I share the three home chores I will never leave the house without doing each day to help prevent overwhelm in my cleaning routine
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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7 ways you might be over-cleaning your home – according to the experts
Professionals cleaners share the seven ways you might be over-cleaning your home, and what you can stop doing to save time and energy
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 things people with nice-smelling laundry rooms always do
Habits to copy for a crisp, clean scent
By Millie Hurst Published
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How often should you clean your washing machine?
Here's how often to schedule a deep clean if you want to keep laundry day running smoothly, according to cleaning pros
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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How to wash a comforter – laundry experts guide you step-by-step
Yes, you can wash a comforter at home to give it a professional fresh clean without the cost. Here, experts tell us how to get the job done properly
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Can I dry white clothes with colors? Expert advice for avoiding laundry mishaps
Find out whether separating whites from colors is essential to keeping clothes looking new for longer
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to declutter without making a mess – 5 tricks the professionals recommend
Professional home organizers explain how to declutter without making a mess so you can leave your decluttering whenever you need to without any stress
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to fluff pillows – 3 key ways to get them looking like new
Tired of waking with a lumpy pillow? Our guide on how to fluff your pillows will get yours sorted in no time
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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How to clean a laundry basket or hamper – and how often you should be doing it
Experts reveal the best methods to effectively clean your laundry basket regardless of what it's made from
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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Fabric care scientists reveal the surprising reason your laundry never smells fresh longer than a day
P&G’s fabric care scientists explain what odor residues are, and why they might be affecting the freshness of your laundry
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Jonathan Scott says this smart laundry appliance will 'become a staple in everybody’s home'
The Property Brother and Zooey Deschanel use this ingenious solution in their laundry room – and he predicts it will be a future home-essential
By Megan Slack Published
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Do you need to separate your laundry? Experts weigh in
Get clothes and linens thoroughly clean and make them last longer with advice from the pros on preparing laundry loads
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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How to manage laundry when you have overnight guests – 4 expert tips from a fabric care scientist
Fabric care scientists share their tips for managing laundry when you have overnight guests, both before they arrive and after they have left
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How can you get pink out of white clothing? Laundry experts share their solutions for color-bleeding
Laundry experts share their tips for getting pink dye out of white clothing to restore well-loved garments to their original crisp color
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Nate Berkus swears by this simple organizing solution in his home – and we wish we bought one sooner
'Nothing drives me crazier than not being able to find what I need': here's how he restores order – and how we can do the same
By Megan Slack Last updated
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How to remove pollen stains from fabric – expert tips from Tide’s laundry expert
We sat down with a laundry scientist to learn his tips for removing pollen stains from fabric quickly and easily for fab-looking clothing and reducing allergy symptoms this summer
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Why you should be using dryer balls – 5 reasons the pros love these reusable laundry saviors
Laundry experts and professional cleaners explain why every household should be using dryer balls to help speed up their laundry and make the washes more sustainable
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to make a wool sweater less itchy – 4 steps I use to treat natural fibers
We explain how to wash a wool jumper by hand to prevent itchy fibers from rendering the garment unwearable in a process that can also be used for wool throws
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 items to get rid of for a minimalist bathroom – according to the professionals
Professional home organizers and interior designers share the six items you should get rid of from a bathroom to make a more minimalist space to get ready in
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to eliminate empty space in your bathroom – 7 moves to master your layout
Interior designers and home organizers share their secrets on utilizing empty space in your bathroom
By Chiana Dickson Published