How to get rid of animal hair from clothes I EcoHaus.cz

Having a dog or cat at home brings daily joy. But it also means a daily battle with fur that ends up on your clothes, in the washing machine, and on every piece of furniture. Petra, the founder of EcoHaus, has two cats at home and knows all too well how relentless these little balls of fluff can be. She always says it’s not about getting rid of the fur completely—it’s about learning to keep it under control.

So how can you keep your clothes clean, your washing machine working properly, and your home from looking like a kennel? Here are some tried-and-tested tips that work.

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1. Start before you begin doing the laundry.

The first and most important step is to remove as much hair as possible from your clothes before putting them in the washing machine. The less hair ends up in the drum, the better the results and the better it is for the washing machine itself.

Try a damp rubber glove — simply run it over the fabric and the hair will stick to it immediately. You can also use a lint roller, ideally a washable one so you can reuse it.

Another effective method is to put the hair-covered laundry in the dryer on a cool setting for a few minutes. The hair will come loose and get caught in the lint trap. You can boost this effect by adding EcoHaus wool dryer balls, which mechanically lift hair from the surface of the fabric while fluffing up your laundry.

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2. Protect your washing machine and clothes right from the start

Once hair ends up in the drum, it often gets trapped in the seal or filter. That’s why it’s important to set the wash cycle correctly from the start.

That’s why Petra recommends putting the laundry in an EcoHaus laundry bag, which helps catch loose hair and protects not only your clothes but also the washing machine itself from clogging.

After washing, remember to always wipe the seal thoroughly and clean the filter. Once a month, run an empty cycle at 90 °C with a cup of citric acid – this will remove any remaining hair and deposits.

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3. Washing as a key moment

Setting the washing machine correctly is essential. Don’t put too much laundry in the drum—it needs room for the hairs to come loose. If possible, choose a program with a higher water level and add an extra rinse to wash the hairs away effectively.

When choosing a detergent, think not only about cleanliness but also about gentleness. EcoHaus Laundry Detergent Sheets are an ideal choice because they contain no unnecessary additives, are suitable for people with atopic skin, and can also tackle tougher stains. They’re perfect for washing at low temperatures, too, which saves energy and protects the fibers.

4. Vinegar – a secret weapon in the fight against pet hair

Vinegar won’t remove pet hair directly. But it plays a key role in softening textile fibers and neutralizing static electricity. This makes it easier for pet hair to come off the laundry during the rinse cycle, instead of staying firmly stuck to the fabric.

If you want to increase the chances of removing as much pet hair as possible when washing, we recommend using white vinegar.

How to do it right:

Add 100–150 ml of white vinegar per standard-sized load (about 5–6 kg of laundry).
If you’re washing a smaller load (around 2–3 kg), about 50–75 ml of vinegar is enough.
Pour the vinegar directly into the fabric softener compartment—not into the drum.

This method helps not only remove pet hair, but also cleans the inside of the washing machine by removing buildup and extending its lifespan.

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5. Drying as the Final Weapon

Proper drying will help remove the last traces of pet hair. If you have a dryer, put the EcoHaus wool dryer balls back in to help circulate the laundry, prevent it from clumping together, and help release even the last traces of pet hair.

For a light fragrance and to eliminate static, you can add scented dryer sheets. Your laundry will not only be pet-hair-free, but beautifully fresh, too.

A no-holds-barred summary

Pet hair will always be part of everyday life when you have a furry little one at home. But it doesn’t have to be on every T-shirt, in every fold of the washing machine, or in the dryer filter.

All you need to do is be smart about it: don’t let hair get into the drum unnecessarily, wash with plenty of water, use tried-and-tested helpers—such as laundry bags, vinegar, or wool dryer balls—and don’t forget to maintain your washer and dryer. Those few extra minutes spent preparing your laundry will save you lots of time and frustration when it comes to cleaning up afterward.

Things can run smoothly at home. Even with a cat. Or two.