3 most common mistakes when drying laundry in a dryer

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A dryer is a practical appliance in households where there isn't enough space to dry laundry. However, it requires proper care to serve you reliably for a long time. Regular maintenance not only extends its lifespan but also ensures that it always operates efficiently, saving you time and money.

We have already shown how to clean the dryer , now let's look at problematic habits that worsen drying quality. You might be making mistakes while drying that you don't even know about:

1. You put fabric softener in the dryer

To be more precise, you wash your laundry using fabric softener and then put it in the dryer. However, fabric softener can clog the dryer , especially if used in larger amounts. It leaves residues on the laundry that block the filters. This reduces drying quality and the lifespan of the dryer.

2. You might be forgetting about wool dryer balls

Maybe you know them as dryer balls, or maybe you’re hearing about them for the first time. In any case, wool dryer balls significantly reduce drying time, improve air circulation between laundry, and lower energy consumption. Wool dryer balls last up to 1500 drying cycles , making them a long-term and eco-friendly solution.


The dryer is one of the most energy-consuming appliances in the household. Want to save on electricity for its operation? Use wool balls with every drying cycle and reduce drying time by up to 30 % . The ideal number is 3 dryer balls , and for large loads, we recommend 6 balls.


Don’t forget to let the dryer balls dry after each drying cycle.You will ensure that they will effectively wick moisture during the next use, speed up the drying process, and reduce energy consumption.

You might know them as dryer balls, or you might be hearing about them for the first time. In any case, wool dryer balls significantly reduce drying time, improve air circulation between laundry, and lower energy consumption. Wool dryer balls last up to 1500 drying cycles , making them a long-term and eco-friendly solution.


The dryer is one of the most expensive appliances in terms of energy consumption in the household. Want to save on electricity for its operation? Use wool balls with every drying and reduce drying time by up to 30 % .The ideal number is 3 dryer balls , in case of a large amount of laundry we recommend 6 balls.


Don't forget to let the dryer balls dry after each drying cycle. This will ensure that they effectively wick moisture during the next use, speeding up the drying process and reducing energy consumption.

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3.You don't use dryer sheets

Fragrant dryer sheets beautifully scent your laundry and eliminate static electricity. The great thing is that, unlike fabric softener, they don't damage the dryer.

Another option, when your laundry from the dryer doesn't smell good, is to use laundry perfume . Just add a few drops to wool dryer balls and toss them in with your laundry.


Enjoy fresh scents in the dryer


Proper use of the dryer can save you a lot of time, energy, and hassle. As we've shown, avoiding the three most common mistakes isn't difficult and brings great benefits.

Try our tips the next time you use the dryer and you'll see the difference.

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Fragrant drier sheets beautifully scent your laundry and eliminate static electricity. The great thing is that, unlike fabric softeners, they do not damage the dryer.

Another option, when your laundry from the dryer doesn't smell good, is to use laundry perfume . Just add a few drops to wool dryer balls and toss them in with your laundry.

Enjoy fresh scents in the dryer


Proper use of the dryer can save a lot of time, energy, and hassle. As we've shown, avoiding the three most common mistakes isn't difficult and brings great benefits.

Try our tips the next time you use the dryer and you'll see the difference.

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