Tuesday, August 24, 2010

What's the best product or method to control static cling in the dryer?

I bought one of the new Bounce bars for the dryer, but not only does it impart little scent, it does squat for static. Fleece season is upon us, and I'm becoming terrified of taking things out of the dryer if something fleecy is in there too.





Dryer sheets leave something to be desired too, so if you have a good tip for reducing static build up in the dryer, let me know!What's the best product or method to control static cling in the dryer?
How to Reduce Static From Clothes Dryer





Step 1Add liquid fabric softener to the washing machine or a fabric softener sheet to the dryer to reduce static. Use the amount recommended in the product's instructions. This will result in a chemical build-up that will prevent static electricity during drying.





Step 2Avoid over-drying clothes. Remove the load of laundry from the dryer while the load is still slightly damp. You can use portable drying racks to finish the drying.





Step 3Avoid drying clothes made from synthetic fibers, such as nylon or rayon, with clothes made from natural fibers, such as cotton. Consider air drying such synthetic-fiber clothing. These fabrics are a main cause of static electricity produced in the dryer.What's the best product or method to control static cling in the dryer?
I use a Downy ball with liquid fabric softener in the wash load AND I use a dryer sheet or two, when I'm washing something made of fleece or that soft velour stuff that a lot of throw blankets are made of. And, I don't overdry them. It helps and normally I have no problems with static, even if it is a bit of overkill for a few loads of clothes.

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