Like a cup of coffee in the morning or walking barefoot on the beach, fresh laundry is one of life’s simple pleasures — the type of thing that makes you breathe a sigh of relief and leaves you with that warm and fuzzy feeling. So it’s important to make the most of every single load. From using Downy Blends Scent Beads to minimizing annoying static, here’s how you can do just that.
1. Add Scent Beads to Each Load
Take a shortcut to scent and softness with the Downy Blends Laundry Scent Booster Beads, which come in three serene scents: Seaside Spa, Meadow Rain, and Toasted Vanilla. They’re powered by breakthrough dual-bead technology: Freshness beads are deposited onto garments to leave behind a long-lasting scent, while softening beads dissolve during the wash cycle to coat and soften the fibers. All you have to do is pour the beads into your washer before you add clothing, then run the machine for towels, blankets, clothes and more that smell as good as they feel.
2. Warm Up Clothes in the Dryer
No one likes leaving the warmth of their bed on a chilly winter morning. Ease the blow by tossing your clothes in the dryer while you take a shower or do your hair and makeup. This way, your outfit will be nice and toasty when it’s time to get dressed. You can even try this hack when winding down for the day: Put your pajamas and a blanket in the dryer before curling up on the couch to watch your favorite show or read a few chapters.
3. Say Goodbye to Static
Getting “shocked” by your own clothes is irritating, but there are steps you can take to minimize static buildup. Static electricity is caused by the friction of fabrics rubbing together, so softening garments with Downy Liquid Fabric Softener can lessen that friction in the wash cycle. Downy Dryer Sheets also help soften clothes (and reduce static). Dry air is another contributor to static cling, which is why your clothes might seem more prickly during the winter months. Consider running a humidifier in your home to help increase the amount of moisture in the air.
4. Fold Laundry With Dryer Sheets
When it comes to achieving maximum freshness, how you store your clean laundry is just as significant as the products you use in the washer and dryer — especially for items you won’t reach for anytime soon, like winter blankets (or, come summertime, fleece sheets). Place Downy Dryer Sheets between the folded bedding and clothes to maintain that just-washed scent for as long as possible.
5. Deep-Clean Your Machine Regularly
If you don’t take care of your washing machine, your laundry might not get as fresh as you want it to be. Routinely wipe down the washer’s drum, rubber door gasket (if you have a front-loading machine) and dispenser drawer to maximize the benefits of your detergent and Downy Blends Laundry Scent Booster Beads. Using washing-machine cleaner tablets once a month can also help.
