Hang dry these items to hang onto them longer.
Whether its clothing, towels, or bedding, its hard to imagine life without it.
However,dryers can be harshon certain items, either shortening their lifespan or ruining them altogether.
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That doesnt mean you should stop using your dryer entirely (who has time for that?
), but some items are best left out.
Here are eight things you should always hang dry.
If the label says hang dry, don’t question it.
You risk ruining the clothing item if you do.
Both benefits can ultimately help you save money over time.
So turn on your fan and open a window, if need be.
So, its crucial to keep it out of the dryer.
Swimwear
Like activewear, its not a great idea to put your bathing suit in the dryer.
Chlorineand salt water often weaken elasticand dryer heat speeds up their deterioration, says Sokolowski.
Luckily, bathing suits are designed to air dry fairly quickly.
Lingerie’s elastic and lace can degrade quickly under high heat," explains Sokolowski.
“Hanging or laying flat lingerie preserves their elasticity.”
Heat can cause shrinkage, warping, or weakening of delicate fibers.
A drying rack is ideal for this.
It can cause fading and loss of shape over time," she explains.
“Air drying helps maintain fit and color.
Microfiber Cleaning Cloths
Those dirtymicrofiber clothsneed to be machine-washed, but they should always be air-dried.
High heat can melt or damage microfiber, which reduces its effectiveness, says Sokolowski.
