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How to Do Laundry
Fabrics and Colors Washing Machine Cycle Detergents and other Laundry Additives Dryer Cycle
Agenda
Fabrics and Colors
Not all fabrics can be laundered Check the label in the clothing for more
information Some fabrics can be washed, but not dried Some must be dry cleaned Sort the fabrics by type
Fabrics
Sort by similar colors Some dyes will transfer to other pieces of
clothing
Colors
Should fabric or color take priority when sorting?
Group Discussion
Washing Machine Cycles
Cold◦ More energy efficient◦ Prevents color bleeding◦ Prevents shrinking
Warm and Hot◦ More durable fabrics◦ Lighter colors
Water Temperature
Water level ◦ Small◦ Medium◦ Large
Clothes may not get clean if water level is too low
Water Level
Most machines have different cycles:◦ Gentle◦ Regular◦ Heavy
Choose the cycle based upon the fabric
Cycle
In groups of three, discuss the problems that could arise from choosing the wrong water temperature, water level, or washer cycle.
Group Activity
Detergents and Laundry Additives
Detergents are used for cleaning the laundry
Some detergents are made for specific items
Most detergents can be used for any types of clothing
Use appropriate amount for the load size
Detergents
Use caution with bleach Two types:
◦ Bleach for whites only◦ Color-safe bleach
Bleach
Fabric softener helps to avoid static Can be in liquid form or a dryer sheet Some people do not use this
Fabric Softener
What decisions do you need to make about detergents and laundry additives?
What issues could arise if improper decisions are made?
Decision Making Activity
Dryer Cycles
Air Dry◦ Can prevent shrinking◦ Less energy is used
Dryer◦ Faster◦ Can shrink some fabrics◦ Clothes may feel softer
To Dry or Not to Dry?
Low Medium High
Dryer Temperatures
Time Level of dryness
Dryer Time Setting
Air dry vs. dryer Provide benefits for your assigned option.
Group Activity