For wash settings, the Normal/Regular cycle handles sturdy cottons, socks, and casual wear. Use the Delicate/Gentle cycle for sweaters, lace, or lightweight blouses to minimize fabric agitation.
Smart Drying Habits to Protect Your Clothes
How you dry your clothes affects their lifespan just as much as how you wash them.
Before placing clothes into the dryer, give each item a quick shake to unfold twisted sleeves and pant legs. Shake out towels to fluff up the pile before drying. Cleaning the dryer lint filter before every single load is essential; a clear filter improves airflow, dries clothes much faster, and prevents dangerous dryer vent overheating.
Use Low or Medium Heat for most daily clothing to prevent heat damage, elastic breakdown, and unwanted shrinkage. High heat is best reserved for heavy bath towels, bed linens, and sturdy cottons. To keep clothes wrinkle-free without an iron, remove items from the dryer immediately after the cycle ends and fold or hang them right away.
For delicate knits, elastic activewear, and graphic tees, air-drying on a drying rack or hanger is the best way to maintain shape and vibrant color.
