Q: I've heard about dryer balls, but I don’t know how they work or if they're effective. What do dryer balls do, and can they really make a difference in my laundry routine? A: Dryer balls serve ...

Cutting your dryer cycle short and letting clothes air-dry slightly can prevent overdrying, which is a major cause of static ...

A previous column on fabric softener products struck a chord with thousands of readers. I know because you send me messages and letters, which I love -- even some of you who are not 100% satisfied ...

Dryer balls boost airflow and reduce clumping, while also softening clothes and minimizing wrinkles. They’re a reusable, eco-friendly swap for dryer sheets, saving money and cutting waste over time.

As an American expat living in the U.K., laundry is the household chore that causes the most culture shock. Unlike in the U.S., tumble dryers aren’t common. A lot of homes have a combination washer ...

Dryer balls are laundry drying aids that are placed in the drum of the dryer to reduce drying time, soften clothing, eliminate static cling and help with wrinkle reduction. “They are often used as an ...

Wool dryer balls come in different sizes, including golf-ball sized, tennis ball-sized and large baseball-sized orbs. They range from 5-10 inches in circumference. Extra-large wool dryer balls, ...

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If your clothes and linens are still damp when they come out of the dryer, before you start worrying about the quality of your appliance, consider adding one beneficial laundry accessory to the mix — ...