5 Favourite Laundry Helpers!

I recently mentioned what was the easiest way to sort your washing and now I want to let you know about some of my favourite 'Laundry Helpers' to make it all a bit easier. Washing the clothes, drying it all AND ironing takes a long time, a lot of effort and isn't that enjoyable but some things can make it easier.

1. Little Feet Sock Pairers
I mentioned this in my article about sorting the wash, but anyone who missed it, these clever Little Feet will ensure your socks stay together when in the wash or tumble dryer. Simply push the socks securely into the Little Feet and place into the washing machine. See one happy customer comment:

I have had little feet sock pairers before and find them excellent. I bought some more for my family. Children's socks (and gloves) can be put 1 pair in each hole, and great for organizing the wash if you can just be bothered to apply yourself. Socks stay paired all the way through. End of sorting headache! No more odd socks!
S Berkovitz - Tuesday, 2nd February 2010

2. Dryer Balls
A re-usable, safe, non-toxic & environmentally friendly way to soften your laundry without using chemicals or fabric conditioners. The pink & blue "Tumble Dryer Balls" soften fabrics the natural way. And they save you money because they reduce drying time. Place both balls in the tumble dryer on the usual setting. As well as retaining heat, the balls lift washing and increase circulation of air within the machine.

The specially designed nodes physically break down hardness in fabrics created by water when drying, leaving your clothes beautifully soft. These clever Dryer Balls even reduce the amount of lint (waste fluff) as well as creases and wrinkles - saving you time at the ironing board!

And they are anti-static too. This amazing environmentally friendly alternative to fabric softener and dryer sheets is reusable so there is no need to ever worry about softening your washing again.

3. Ecoforce Peg Basket with 24 Strong Hurricane Force Grip Clothes Pegs made of Recycled Plastic
Make hanging up the clothes as simple as possible. This strong & durable Peg Basket has 100% more grip than a standard peg, is 100% washable in the dishwasher or washing machine, no broken springs or peg stains and frost proof. Being 93% recycled plastic, 100% metal free and Made in the UK, the only thing you need to feel guilty about is asking someone else to do the hanging up!

4. Ironing Cloth made of a heat resistant polyester fabric
Use an ironing cloth to protect your delicate garments whilst being ironed & prolong the life of your clothes. This one is made of a heat resistant polyester fabric. 45 x 30 cms ( 17 3/4 " x 11 3/4 ") and will help to prevent fabrics looking shiny after ironing as the iron is no longer in direct contact with the material.

5. Net Washing Bags
With many sizes available from a Household Pack to individual Bra Wash Bags (in sizes A to K) they will protect your laundry in the washing machine & tumble dryer. Great for shared washes and great for using when sorting your wash! Plus Shoe and Trainer Wash Bags also available to protect your machine!

For many more ideas on products to make your washing day easier check out our Homecare Range.