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Laundry for People Who'd Rather Not
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items Somehow the laundry is never done, despite evidence that we've been working on it continuously since 2014. These are the products that actually earn their spot in the laundry room by fighting stains, odors, pet hair, and the general chaos of everyday...
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Evidence Removal
Dirt, Meet Your Maker
Smells Like Effort
Not Everything Belongs in the Dryer
Defunkification Station
Laundry Infrastructure
Evidence Removal
Because some stains are accidents, and some are evidence. These products help rescue clothes from spills, splatters, and other regrettable life choices.
Me AND Consumer Reports say its the best!
OxiClean MaxForce Laundry Stain Remover Spray - 12 fl oz: Phosphate-Free, Not for Wool or Silk
In the wash with whites that you don't want to bleach.
OxiClean White Revive Laundry Whitener and Stain Remover Powder - 3lbs: Bleach-Free, HE, Unscented
Dirt, Meet Your Maker
The products doing the actual work while the rest of us take credit for having clean clothes. Choose your preferred delivery method and let chemistry handle the rest.
I never - and I mean NEVER - thought I would stray from Tide or Persil…but this stuff is legit.
Ariel Laundry Detergent Original Laundry Detergents - 129 Loads
Use about half of what you normally would, and be blown away.
Persil Original HE Deep Cleaning Concentrated Liquid Laundry Detergent 64 Loads - 84 fl oz
The price per load pisses me off…but these are a must for teaching the boys how to do their own laundry.
Tide Original HE Laundry Detergent Pods 42 Pacs - 32oz: Paraben-Free, Child-Resistant Packaging, Cold Water Detergent
Smells Like Effort
For laundry that smells fresh, feels soft, has minimal dog hair - and gives the impression that you've got things under control. Whether or not that's true is between you and your therapist.
Second only to shaving the dog, this is how I keep the dog hair (mostly) off my clothes.
Bounce Fresh Scent Pet Hair and Lint Guard Mega Fabric Softener Dryer Sheets - 180ct
This is stupid expensive, but the scent is TO DIE FOR.
Laundry Sauce Italian Bergamot Beads Laundry Scent Boosters - 11oz
This is the BEST fabric softener. Fight me.
Ensueno Spring Fresh Liquid Fabric Softener - 105oz
If another round in the dryer isn't in the timetable, this works.
Downy Crisp Linen Wrinkle Releaser Spray - 33.8oz: Dye-Free, Ready to Use, Anti-Static, Locking Lid
Not Everything Belongs in the Dryer
We don't dry clean or hand wash anything here - I throw it in the wash and say go with God. These products help keep your delicates and sweaters alive for another season.
Since the majority of my work clothes are black, I've been using this on the ones that are most likely to fade (looking at you chinos).
Woolite Floral Scented Darks Liquid Laundry Detergent 66 Loads - 100 fl oz
For the things I shouldn't toss in the washer but do…
Woolite Floral Scented Gentles Liquid Laundry Detergent 66 Loads - 100oz
For the unmentionables, especially the ones with underwires.
3pk Mesh Wash Bags White - Brightroom™: Lingerie & Garment Bags for Delicates, Polyester Laundry Sorting
Worth every penny.
Amazon Basics Foldable Portable Clothes Drying Rack
Defunkification Station
For gym clothes, pet bedding, teenage bedrooms disguised as laundry baskets, and anything else that smells like it's been through something.
I'm not saying to defunk you have to bleach it…but it sure won't hurt!
Low Splash Regular Bleach - 121oz - up&up™
If there is any sort of bodily fluid, you need enzymes.
OdoBan Linen Scent Laundry & Air Freshener Liquid Disinfectant Cleaner - 128 fl oz: Multi-Surface, Upholstery, Non-Porous
This goes in the wash with anything that needs SERIOUS defunking.
LA's Totally Awesome 1 Gal. All-Purpose Cleaner Concentrate 100551882
Laundry Infrastructure
Laundry is already a recurring scam. These tools help make the process faster, easier, and slightly less irritating. Slightly.
I always look for laundry baskets with reinforced handles.
Laundry Basket White - Brightroom™: Polypropylene, Portable, Built-In Handles, 13.9 Volume, 27.57" L, 18.83" W, 9.74" H
The wheels are a bonus!
Rolling Hamper White with Daydream Green Handles - Brightroom™
The BEST for dress pants.
2pk Metal Pant Hangers w/Clips Black - Brightroom™: Stainless Steel, Non-Slip
Done with sleeveless and wide neck shirts slipping off the hangers.
30ct Suit Flocked Hangers - Black - Brightroom™: Velvet Clothes Hangers for Sweaters, Shirts, Dresses, Suits
I used to have the little mini one…never again!!
Standard Ironing Board White Metal with Creamy Chai Cover - Brightroom™
Who knew you could love an iron?? But seriously, Rowenta irons are ELITE.
Rowenta Pro Master Steam Iron, 1775W, Stainless Steel Soleplate, Black and Green
Ok this one is aspirational, but I legit watch videos on TikTok of people ironing with this powerhorse.
Rowenta Steam Station, 1800W, Stainless Steel Soleplate, Black
Love this for thrifted clothes that are dry clean only!
Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer
Ok hear me out! My kids now fold their shirts.
Household Essentials Shirt Folding Board For T-Shirts, Polos And Dress Shirts , Black
You know I hate it when the brand name works the best, but this just does.
Scotch-Brite Lint Roller - 2pk/200 Sheets: Adhesive Material, Reusable, 100 Sheets Per Roller
Because I am SO sick of losing socks!
SNIPSIE Silicone Socks Holder Rings - 20 PCS