Popsugar Living Laundry Laundry DIYs 35 Laundry Tips and Tricks That Everyone Should Know 26 June 2018 by Hilary White Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Mark Popovich The words "laundry day" strike fear in even the bravest of hearts. Still, it simply has to happen — but it doesn't have so bad! We've rounded up the best DIYs, tips, and laundry hacks that will make laundry day the best it can possibly be. 1 Homemade Dryer Sheets Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff These homemade dryer sheets can be used over and over again! 1 / 36 2 Use Chalk to Get Out Grease Stains Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Using chalk to get out grease stains is a hack that everyone needs to know how to do. 2 / 36 3 Clean Your Front-Loading Washing Machine Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Front-loading washing machines are energy efficient and use less detergent than top-loading machines, but they can be more prone to getting mold and unwanted smells. Clean your washer thoroughly with an easy DIY. 3 / 36 4 Laundry Bombs Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff All-in-one laundry bombs allow you to skip detergent, stain remover, and fabric softener and just use one DIY in place of them all. 4 / 36 5 Liquid Fabric Softener Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Homemade liquid fabric softener freshens clothes without using artificial fragrances or ingredients. 5 / 36 6 Homemade Laundry Booster Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Pick a few basic ingredients to make a powdered laundry booster that will make your clothes look brand new. 6 / 36 7 DIY Ironing Board Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff A DIY ironing board is perfect for storing in small spaces or taking with you when travelling. 7 / 36 8 Fabric Softener Sponges Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Fabric softener sponges are eco-friendly, easy to make, and are reusable for multiple washes. 8 / 36 9 Get Rid of Wrinkles Without An Iron Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / THEM TOO If you don't have an iron handy, you can remove wrinkles with a blow dryer, shower steam, special sprays, and more. 9 / 36 10 Essential Oil Laundry Detergent Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Naturally antibacterial essential oil laundry detergent will give your clothing an extrafresh scent. 10 / 36 11 Clean Your Clothes Dryer Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Keep your dryer efficiently running by cleaning it periodically. The dryer-cleaning DIY only takes a few minutes! 11 / 36 12 Spray Stain Remover Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff An easy spray stain remover will clean up your clothes and costs just pennies to make. 12 / 36 13 Naturally Whiten Laundry With Lemons Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Spruce up dingy whites with an eco-friendly laundry tip using lemons. 13 / 36 14 Dry Fabric Softener Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Forgot to add in fabric softener when you did your laundry? This dry fabric softener goes on clothes before you put them in the dryer! 14 / 36 15 Beginner's Guide to Laundry Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Mark Popovich If you're new to doing your own laundry, or need to brush up on some of the basics, then follow this easy beginner's guide to laundry. 15 / 36 16 DIY Linen Spray Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff In between actual washes of sheets, linens, and clothes, use a DIY linen spray to freshen them right up. 16 / 36 17 Find Out How Many Wears Before You Need to Wash Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Mark Popovich Different articles of clothing need to be washed more frequently than others, and we have just the guide you need to know when to wash. 17 / 36 18 Washing Soda Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Turn bicarbonate of soda into DIY washing soda that will help boost your laundry. 18 / 36 19 Homemade Febreze Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Never spend money on Febreze again! Make your own homemade version with an easy fabric refresher spray DIY. 19 / 36 20 Borax-Free Laundry Detergent Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff An eco-wash laundry detergent is especially perfect for people with sensitive skin. 20 / 36 21 Remove Permanent Marker Stains Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Getting a permanent marker stain on your clothes doesn't have to mean the end for that item. We have several different methods of removing the stain. 21 / 36 22 Homemade Bleach Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Store-bought bleach can be harsh on clothing and skin, so opt for DIY homemade bleach made from safe and natural ingredients. 22 / 36 23 Remove Ketchup Stains Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Take action immediately after spilling ketchup on your shirt to make sure you get the stain completely out. 23 / 36 24 Stain-Remover Stick Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Get rid of stains for good with a homemade stain-remover stick. 24 / 36 25 Wash White Pillows Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Your white pillows will look as good as new with just a few simple steps to clean them. 25 / 36 26 Laundry Detergent Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Make gallons of homemade, all-natural liquid laundry detergent. 26 / 36 27 How to Wash Dry-Clean-Only Clothes at Home Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff You don't have to trek all the way to the dry cleaner to care for your dry-clean-only clothes properly. There are several great ways to wash your dry-clean-only clothes at home. 27 / 36 28 Powder Detergent Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Emily Co Make your detergent out of bar soap with a detergent DIY that will save you tons of cash. 28 / 36 29 Remove Sweat Stains Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Remove sweat stains from white shirts in just a few easy steps. 29 / 36 30 Oxygen Bleach Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff DIY oxygen cleaning bleach is a safe cleaning solution that's perfect for stains and whites. 30 / 36 31 How to Get Out Blood Stains Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff You don't always need to use a harsh bleach to get out tough blood stains from whites. 31 / 36 32 Get Out Grass Stains Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Find out the best ways to remove grass stains from favourite pair of jeans. 32 / 36 33 How to Get Out Lipstick Stains Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Kiss lipstick stains goodbye with this quick and easy stain removal DIY. 33 / 36 34 Must-Know Tips For Using Bleach Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Mark Popovich An expert shares tips everyone should know when using bleach, and we have the three most common mistakes people make when using it. 34 / 36 35 DIY Liquid Stain Remover Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sarah Lipoff Fear clothing stains not, with a homemade liquid stain remover. 35 / 36 Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Mark Popovich 36 / 36 LaundryHome LifeDIY