And they’re all super easy.

Both areembarrassingand static cling is likely the culprit.

You’ve probably noticed that certain fabrics and weather conditions make clothes static worse but it can happen anytime.

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What Causes Clothes Static?

Or, use a damp cloth or paper towel to dampen the fabric.

double-check you have plenty of time for the fabric to dry before your next interaction!

To prevent staining, let the lotion dry before smoothing down the fabric.

Leather soles allow electricity to flow freely through your body after contact with a build-up of electrons.

Rubber soles act like a conductor, making static electricity worse.

These work best if you spray the garment and allow it to air-dry before wearing.

So, skip the dryer andhang clothes to air dryon a drying rack or clothesline.

A bonus is that you’ll be adding moisture to the air in your heated or air-conditioned home.

More humidity means less static from carpet and upholstery.

Hang them to finish drying or drape them over a drying rack.

Less clinging means fewer electrons are exchanged to create static.

Add two or three balls to the drum to separate fabrics and reduce electron exchanges.