When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Rachael Smith. Design: Owl Design Learning the right way to launder bedding is an art in ...

To put it lightly, I'm not a big fan of doing laundry, even after figuring out ways to do it faster. To save money, I try to ...

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Do dryer sheets rid cockroaches? Q. You've had questions on how to get rid of cockroaches. A simple way to get rid of them and other insects is to place a few fabric-softener sheets around your home ...

Learn how fabric softener actually works, and when you should—and shouldn't—use it. Getty Images / Vladdeep Fabric softener, also called fabric conditioner, is a laundry product containing lubricating ...

Dryer sheets make quick work of dusting baseboards. Here's how to use a dryer sheet to prevent dust buildup on baseboards, ...

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MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) - Mike from Mound uses dryer sheets when he washes his clothes, but he emailed WCCO wanting to know if he's just throwing pennies down the drain. So, how do dryer sheets work? Good ...

Here is my helpful hint: After we complete the cycle on our clothes dryer, I take the fabric-softener sheets and stuff them into all of our shoes. It absorbs the moisture and also the odors. Recycle ...