{"id":14206,"date":"2025-09-20T12:07:58","date_gmt":"2025-09-20T12:07:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/20\/this-cheap-trick-in-your-washing-machine-stops-wrinkles-stains\/"},"modified":"2025-09-20T12:07:58","modified_gmt":"2025-09-20T12:07:58","slug":"this-cheap-trick-in-your-washing-machine-stops-wrinkles-stains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/20\/this-cheap-trick-in-your-washing-machine-stops-wrinkles-stains\/","title":{"rendered":"This Cheap Trick In Your Washing Machine Stops Wrinkles &#038; Stains"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-1\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368506_1750733534_Washing-machine-1-2025-06-fc8e686b9e23ed258714d2dbf7721ff2-1-2025-06-075488337f4312f880a2248e742f83b2.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">Using a washing machine for laundry has become commonplace. It simplifies washing and drying clothes, saving both effort and time. However, issues sometimes arise, such as clothes remaining dirty and sticking to each other after washing<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-2\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368507_1732010706_1731666606_Washing-machine-wash-2024-11-7479940fea82da168eec62b8affc807a.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">If this problem is familiar, there is no need to worry anymore. The solution lies in the kitchen. By using <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">aluminium<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> foil in the washing machine, clothes can be washed properly without sticking to each other. Here&#8217;s how<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-3\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368509_1737876481_1737539715_HYP_4930231_1697806347electricblanketmachinewashing_watermark__4.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">Clothes stick to each other and become wrinkled in the washing machine due to static charge. The friction generated between clothes during the machine&#8217;s operation creates this energy. Expensive clothes can be damaged by this static charge<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-4\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368510_1732010697_1731666600_washing-machine-2024-11-762fd6359fc00dffaee5b7f941ec368c.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">However, placing <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">aluminium<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> foil in the washing machine reduces friction between clothes, thereby decreasing the static charge effect. This prevents clothes from sticking together and helps maintain their softness. Additionally, the shine of the clothes is preserved. The light friction created by the <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">aluminium<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> foil helps to loosen dirt quickly<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-5\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368512_1729819149_1728448199_washing-machine-cleaning-mistakes-1-2024-09-d59858c6c422d6dbf5299bbf6c883992.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">The <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">aluminium<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> foil should be formed into a small ball, large enough to rotate easily in the washing machine but small enough not to get caught in the clothes. Once used, the foil should not be reused<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-6\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368515_1729819151_1727670047_washing-machine-cleaning-mistakes-3-2024-09-0df9aef1c6d92bca0189bd097b815a88.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">Experts recommend some tips when putting discarded clothes in the washing machine. Be careful with buttons and zippers to prevent them from touching other parts. Ensure that socks and handkerchiefs do not fall onto the roller while the machine is spinning. Heavy clothes like jeans should be washed separately<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-7\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368516_1729819155_1710563135_1710205152_Washing-Machine-5-2024-03-563a7db457dcbe16733a2a6f628e6b25-3x2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">All dark <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">colours<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> should be loaded together, while light <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">colours<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> should be separated to prevent <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">colour<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> bleeding and staining. Avoid overloading the drum, as this prevents proper dirt removal. Only small loads should be used as frequently as possible. For greasy stains that do not come out, rewash them. Overloading can damage the machine<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-8\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368517_1729819147_1728448203_washing-machine-cleaning-mistakes-4-2024-09-92d845f49ac3b659a52611719fcf4c66.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">It is important to understand each setting on the machine and not change them without knowing their purpose. For home use, set &#8216;permanent press&#8217; for standard loads, &#8216;speed wash&#8217; for lighter clothes, and the &#8216;heavy cycle&#8217; option for fabrics like jeans<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-9\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758368519_1729819146_1728448208_washing-machine-cleaning-mistakes-8-2024-09-a800b719bcad0762b221a390c1d9bc5f.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">To prevent <\/span><span class=\"cf0\">colour<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> fading in dark fabrics, use cold water for clothes that shrink when washed, and hot water for towels, heavy cotton, bedding, etc<\/span><!--EndFragment -->.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/news18.co\/gnps-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here<\/a> to add News18 as your preferred news source on Google. 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