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How to Avoid Lint on Clothes from Your Washing Machine

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How to Prevent Lint on Clothes after Washing

Updated Mar. 08, 2024Terry Mehilos2 min read
How to Prevent Lint on Clothes after Washing

Learn how to prevent the frustration of finding lint on your freshly washed clothes by following expert advice. Discover practical tips to tackle this common laundry issue, ensuring your garments come out of the washing machine lint-free and looking their best.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Differentiate lint-giving items like towels from lint-attracting fabrics such as corduroy to prevent lint transfer during washing.
  • Ensure the washing machine isn't overloaded to prevent trapping lint between clothes.
  • Keep water temperature above 60ºF, use appropriate detergent amounts, and opt for slower speed cycles to prevent lint buildup on clothes.

Lint on clothing even after it’s been washed is one of the most common complaints homeowners have when it comes to laundry. What’s the point of washing your clothes if they’ve got unsightly lint all over them when you pull them out of the washing machine?

Fear not: We’ve asked the experts at Sears to offer some helpful solutions on what could cause lint to get on your clothes during the wash cycle — and how to help avoid that annoyance in the first place.

Watch our video to learn some hacks for preventing lint on clothes.

How to Avoid Lint on Clothes from Your Washing Machine

  1. Sort lint-givers (like towels and chenille) from lint-takers (like corduroy and synthetics).

  2. Don’t overload the machine. This can trap lint.

  3. Empty pockets of items like tissues or paper, which can leave lint behind.

  4. Keep water above 60ºF and use the right amount of detergent.

TIP! Water that’s too cold may not dissolve the detergent, which helps remove lint.

  1. Use a slower speed cycle.

TIP! High-speed cycles can break down fabric fibers, causing more lint.

Keep Your Washer Properly Maintained

Another way to help prevent lint on clothes is to have your washing machine professionally maintained yearly. A service technician will check the lint trap, drain system and other components in the washer to make sure that it works properly and efficiently.

Schedule washer maintenance now!

Increase the lifespan and performance of your washer with our comprehensive maintenance service, ensuring reliable laundry care and continued peace of mind.

Call (213) 596-2538 or schedule online now.

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