Laundry
Get laundry advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
Latest
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
When is it anti-social to do laundry? The rules from the experts
Laundry experts explain when it is anti-social to do laundry, including when you should stop running your machines, and what times are best for keeping the peace
By Chiana Dickson Published
-
This futuristic washer-dryer might change the way we do laundry – and it’s on sale with $900 off
GE release the GE Profile UltraFast Combo, a washer-dryer that actually lives up to the name and will save you those trips to the laundromat
By Emma Kershaw Published
-
How to hide a laundry basket – 7 functional hiding spots suggested by designers and organizers
Professional designers and home organizers have explained how to conceal a laundry basket to keep your room looking sleek, while also ensuring you can still use it easily
By Chiana Dickson Published
-
5 small laundry room storage rules for a functional and curated space
Simple rules to implement for a more beautiful and practical laundry room, even when you are tight on space
By Millie Hurst Published
-
5 laundry room design rules – an expert-approved formula for the ideal space
Discover how to design the perfect laundry room: creative inspiration and practical ideas to make the very most of this hardworking space
By Amelia Thorpe Published
-
How to get a stain out of a white shirt – our cleaning experts come to your rescue
These expert tricks, tips, and hacks will remove stains from a white shirt before it sets and the garment is ruined forever
By Ashley Chalmers Published
-
This is the best way of getting wrinkles out of clothes – and laundry experts all agree
Laundry experts share their thoughts on the best way to get wrinkles out of clothes and household linens the first time
By Chiana Dickson Published
-
Are scent beads bad for your washing machine? Here is what experts say to use instead
Laundry and appliance experts explain why scent beads may be bad for your washing machine, and what you can use instead for fresh-smelling laundry without lasting damage
By Chiana Dickson Published
-
How to hand-wash clothes – to keep your delicates in tip-top condition
Learn how to take care of clothes that require a more 'delicate' touch with our step-by-step guide, approved by the pros
By Tara King Published
-
My mom’s 3 tips for cleaning makeup stains are perfect for any accidental spill
We go through three makeup stain-removing hacks to help clean makeup from clothing, carpets, and upholstery around your home and restore them to new
By Chiana Dickson Published
-
How to get dingy whites white again – 4 simple laundry fixes
Restore whites to their original brightness with these four expert-approved methods
By Millie Hurst Published
-
Best clothes dryers: our expert selection of dryers
The best clothes dryers don’t leave you or your clothes in a tangle and tumble. They’re the smart, stylish, and effective appliances, which you need in your laundry room
By Laura Honey Published
-
How to hide a washer and dryer – interiors experts on keeping laundry appliances out of sight
Interior design experts share tips and tricks for keeping your laundry space from becoming your home's focal point by telling us how to hide a washer dryer
By Ashley Chalmers Published
-
How to wash a microfiber cloth – this common mistake may be ruining yours
Cleaning and laundry experts explain how to wash a microfiber cloth properly to keep them absorbent and soft for everyday use
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
-
The 5 'normal' types of mess to stop worrying about, according to the experts
Pro organizers share the areas where they feel we can be giving ourselves some slack
By Millie Hurst Published
-
The simple laundry lesson Americans should be copying from Europeans
Laundry experts explain why the US should listen to Europeans when it comes to line-drying laundry for better-smelling sheets and lower energy bills
By Chiana Dickson Published