Good Laundry Karma!

Our New Laundry Baskets sold exclusively at Elaundry 

Start 2012 off the right way with good laundry room Karma. Nothing worst than starting the New Year with a dirty and mess of a laundry room. Would make any person hesitant to do laundry, thats why its generally on the very bottom of the to do list!

Clean those machines

Once a week before starting a load, dampen a towel and wipe down the washer and dryer to remove dust and stains. This will keep surfaces clean, prevent transfer of dust and you can throw the towel in the washer, it is also great for looking after your machines and ensuring they stay in perfect working order all year!

Touch up marks and chips

If your washing machine or dryer drum have chips in the finish, take care of them early to prevent transfer of rust stains to laundry. Home repair stores have touch-up kits to repair the enamel finishes. Be sure to check the outer areas that are near the openings and fix those nicks as well. They will look like new again!

Clean dryer screens and Vents

It sounds logical but how often is it done! Cleaning dryer vents inside and outside will help your clothes dry faster and prevent fires. Dryer screens should be cleaned after every load. Every month or so, check outdoor vents to make sure they are not blocked. This is important for several reasons!

Rubbish Bins

Keep a rubbish bin in the laundry room for lint and other debris. Set aside one plastic bin or basket to catch the flotsam and jetsam of pockets. My house rule is Laundry Doer gets to keep any money found. Other pocket items are kept for one month then discarded. Another plastic bin or basket holds odd socks. Once per month these are matched up or placed in the rag bag for dusting. Our new Laundry baskets are perfect for this! Very fashionable yet can be a great help in keeping things clean and tidy!

Sort laundry products.

Most detergents and laundry products do not have expiration dates. However, most of us will find an empty container, a bit of this and a bit of that a product that we don't like or a product like starch that will never be used. They seem to multiply too when left on their own for too long! Recycle empty containers, pass along products you don't use to friends or a shelter that can use them. You will feel great donating and helping other while keeping your laundry looking clean and organized!

Happy New Year to all, I hope these few tips and tricks will ensure a clean laundry and spotless clothes for the remainder of 2012!

A Tidy Laundry, Clean Clothes and a Happy Home!