it’s possible for you to finally bid adieu to this pesky problem.
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One of the peskiestissues with laundryis lint.
a lint brush or roller.
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Simply glide it gently over the fabric in circular motions.
Razor
A cheap razor (yes, like the kind you shave with!)
can be used for lint or stubborn pilling.
Pass the blade very carefully over the fabric.
Duct Tape
If youre in a pinch, try duct tape or other wide packaging tape.
Vinegar is especially helpful for reducing lint and static in towels and sweaters.
Hang Drying
Another natural method of preventing lint on your clothes is tohang dry them.
Lint comes from fabric broken down from washing, drying, or wear.
Moist Sponge
Another DIY technique to remove lint is to wipe material with a damp sponge.
Wet the sponge and wring it out before wiping linty areas with it.
The moisture helps pull the lint from the fabric.
Use a soft side of the sponge, not the abrasive side, especially on delicate fabrics.
Wipe in one direction for best results and avoid overwetting the fabric.
Anti-Static Spray
Static electricity can cause fibers of material to cling together, forming lint and pilling.
An anti-static spray helps prevent this issue, reducing lint on clothing.
I love using anti-static spray on my clothes before wearing them, Taylor says.
Not only does it help prevent lint from sticking, but it also helps reduce static cling.
Just be sure to follow the instructions on the product and not overspray as it can leave residue.
Dryer Sheets
Dryer sheetssoften fabric and remove lint, making them useful tools for clothing.
Rub a fresh dryer sheet over the fabric to reduce static cling and remove lint, Yousif says.
It works particularly well for more delicate clothing that attracts lint, such as polyester or synthetics."
Bonus: Dryer sheets also impart a pleasant smell to the garment and reduce future static buildup.
Rubber Gloves
Another technique for removing lint is to go over the fabric with damp rubber gloves.
This creates static, which pulls lint from clothing.
Put on rubber gloves and rub them over the surface of the fabric.
The friction will create static, lifting lint from the material.
Dampening the gloves can improve results.
Use small circular motions to gather lint into clumps before picking it off.
