# Laundry tips – Page 2 | Speed Queen --- # Laundry tips Practical methods for sorting, stain removal, drying and extending the life of your textiles Topics [All ](/en/blog/index.md)[How to wash ](/en/blog/how-to-wash/index.md)[Laundry tips ](/en/blog/laundry-tips/index.md)[Getting started](/en/blog/getting-started/index.md) 108 articles [![Ironing Temperature Settings: Chart for 8 Fabrics (110-230 °C)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/ironing-temperature-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/ironing-temperature-guide/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 14 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/ironing-temperature-guide/) ## [Ironing Temperature Settings: Chart for 8 Fabrics (110-230 °C)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/ironing-temperature-guide/) [Cotton 180-200 °C, linen 200-230 °C, silk and polyester 110 °C max. Full temperature chart for 8 fabrics, steam rules, and the 1-2-3 dot iron symbols decoded.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/ironing-temperature-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/ironing-temperature-guide/) [![Laundry Sheets: Honest Review, Efficacy & Comparison (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/laundry-sheets-review-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-sheets-review/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 23 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-sheets-review/) ## [Laundry Sheets: Honest Review, Efficacy & Comparison (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-sheets-review/) [Do laundry sheets clean as well as liquid detergent? Efficacy tested, ingredients, cost per load. Sheets vs powder vs pods comparison.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-sheets-review/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-sheets-review/) [![Marseille Soap for Laundry: Best Uses & Pitfalls to Avoid](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/marseille-soap-laundry-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/marseille-soap-laundry/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/marseille-soap-laundry/) ## [Marseille Soap for Laundry: Best Uses & Pitfalls to Avoid](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/marseille-soap-laundry/) [Does Marseille soap clog your machine? It depends. Real vs fake soap, stain pre-treatment, homemade detergent: what works and what to avoid.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/marseille-soap-laundry/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/marseille-soap-laundry/) [![Musty Smell in Closet: Causes and Lasting Solutions](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/musty-closet-smell-clothes-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/musty-closet-smell-clothes/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/musty-closet-smell-clothes/) ## [Musty Smell in Closet: Causes and Lasting Solutions](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/musty-closet-smell-clothes/) [Clothes smell musty out of the wardrobe? Causes (humidity, poor ventilation, damp storage) and proven solutions to eliminate the odour for good.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/musty-closet-smell-clothes/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/musty-closet-smell-clothes/) [![Pilling on Clothes: How to Remove and Prevent It](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/pilling-remove-prevent-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/pilling-remove-prevent/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/pilling-remove-prevent/) ## [Pilling on Clothes: How to Remove and Prevent It](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/pilling-remove-prevent/) [How to remove pilling without damaging fabric? Fabric shaver, prevention by fibre (acrylic, wool, cotton) and machine settings.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/pilling-remove-prevent/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/pilling-remove-prevent/) [![Prewash and Soaking: When and How to Use Them](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/prewash-soaking-when-how-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prewash-soaking-when-how/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prewash-soaking-when-how/) ## [Prewash and Soaking: When and How to Use Them](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prewash-soaking-when-how/) [Washing machine prewash and manual soaking: when to use each one, duration, products, and mistakes to avoid. Practical guide by soil level and fabric type.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prewash-soaking-when-how/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prewash-soaking-when-how/) [![Quick Wash Cycle: How Long It Takes & When 15-30 Min Is Enough](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/quick-wash-when-to-use-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/quick-wash-when-to-use/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 7 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/quick-wash-when-to-use/) ## [Quick Wash Cycle: How Long It Takes & When 15-30 Min Is Enough](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/quick-wash-when-to-use/) [Quick wash runs 15-30 min and cleans lightly worn, stain-free clothes at half load, 30°C. See the 30-50% energy savings and the 6 cases where it fails.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/quick-wash-when-to-use/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/quick-wash-when-to-use/) [![How to Remove Beet Stains from Clothes (Fresh or Dried)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-beetroot-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-beetroot-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 6 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-beetroot-stain/) ## [How to Remove Beet Stains from Clothes (Fresh or Dried)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-beetroot-stain/) [Beet or beetroot stains: rinse cold from the back, use dish soap or white vinegar, then oxygen bleach for dried marks. Fabric-safe steps.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-beetroot-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-beetroot-stain/) [![How to Remove a Berry Stain (Cherry, Blackberry, Raspberry)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-berry-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-berry-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-berry-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Berry Stain (Cherry, Blackberry, Raspberry)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-berry-stain/) [Anthocyanins, lemon, white vinegar, percarbonate: how to remove cherry, blackberry, raspberry and blueberry stains by fabric.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-berry-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-berry-stain/) [![How to Remove Candle Wax from Fabric or Tablecloth](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-candle-wax-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-candle-wax-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-candle-wax-stain/) ## [How to Remove Candle Wax from Fabric or Tablecloth](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-candle-wax-stain/) [Candle wax on tablecloth, clothes or velvet: scrape, iron on blotting paper, coloured residue treatment. By wax type and fabric.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-candle-wax-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-candle-wax-stain/) [![How to Remove Chewing Gum Stuck on Clothes (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-chewing-gum-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-chewing-gum/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-chewing-gum/) ## [How to Remove Chewing Gum Stuck on Clothes (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-chewing-gum/) [Chewing gum stuck on jeans, synthetics or leather: freezer method, ice cube, iron. Remove the residue without damaging the fabric.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-chewing-gum/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-chewing-gum/) [![How to Remove a Curry or Turmeric Stain from Clothes](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-curry-turmeric-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-curry-turmeric-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-curry-turmeric-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Curry or Turmeric Stain from Clothes](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-curry-turmeric-stain/) [Curcumin, E100 pigment ultra-stubborn: glycerine, rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and UV sunlight. Full method by fabric.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-curry-turmeric-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-curry-turmeric-stain/) [![Deodorant Marks: How to Remove White and Yellow Stains](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-deodorant-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-deodorant-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 13 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-deodorant-stain/) ## [Deodorant Marks: How to Remove White and Yellow Stains](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-deodorant-stain/) [White marks, yellow underarm stains: vinegar, percarbonate, baking soda. By fabric colour, prevention and common mistakes.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-deodorant-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-deodorant-stain/) [![How to Remove Egg Stains from Clothes (Cold Water First)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-egg-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-egg-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-egg-stain/) ## [How to Remove Egg Stains from Clothes (Cold Water First)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-egg-stain/) [Egg stains are protein stains: scrape off excess, rinse cold, pre-treat with enzyme detergent or dish soap, then wash. Never use hot water.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-egg-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-egg-stain/) [![How to Remove Glue or Sticker Residue from Fabric](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-glue-sticker-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-glue-sticker-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 9 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-glue-sticker-stain/) ## [How to Remove Glue or Sticker Residue from Fabric](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-glue-sticker-stain/) [Sticker, super glue, PVA glue, label residue: hair dryer, oil, rubbing alcohol, acetone. Guide by glue type and fabric.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-glue-sticker-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-glue-sticker-stain/) [![How to Remove Grease or Tar Stains from Clothes](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-grease-tar-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-tar-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-tar-stain/) ## [How to Remove Grease or Tar Stains from Clothes](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-tar-stain/) [Grease, tar, engine oil: scrape, butter/oil (grease-on-grease), dish soap, machine wash. Guide by fabric + old stains.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-tar-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-tar-stain/) [![How to Remove Milk Stains from Clothes and Fabric](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-milk-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-milk-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-milk-stain/) ## [How to Remove Milk Stains from Clothes and Fabric](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-milk-stain/) [Milk, breast milk or formula stains: rinse cold, pre-treat protein and grease with detergent or dish soap, then wash. Never start with hot water.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-milk-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-milk-stain/) [![How to Remove a Mud or Dirt Stain from Clothes](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-mud-dirt-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-mud-dirt-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-mud-dirt-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Mud or Dirt Stain from Clothes](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-mud-dirt-stain/) [Fresh or dried mud, red or black: let dry, brush, Marseille soap. Guide by fabric (jeans, sportswear, carpet) + prevention.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-mud-dirt-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-mud-dirt-stain/) [![How to Remove Nail Polish from Clothes by Fabric Type](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-nail-polish-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-nail-polish-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-nail-polish-stain/) ## [How to Remove Nail Polish from Clothes by Fabric Type](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-nail-polish-stain/) [Nail polish on fabric: acetone, non-acetone remover, rubbing alcohol. Method by textile (cotton, silk, synthetic). Gel polish included.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-nail-polish-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-nail-polish-stain/) [![How to Remove a Perfume Stain from Clothes](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-perfume-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-perfume-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-perfume-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Perfume Stain from Clothes](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-perfume-stain/) [Fresh or old perfume stain: treatment by fabric (silk, cotton, synthetic). Rubbing alcohol, glycerine, white vinegar. Prevention.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-perfume-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-perfume-stain/) [![How to Remove Tree Resin or Sap from Clothes](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-sap-resin-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-sap-resin-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-sap-resin-stain/) ## [How to Remove Tree Resin or Sap from Clothes](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-sap-resin-stain/) [Pine resin, sticky sap, tree stain: freezer, rubbing alcohol, turpentine. Guide by textile + camping and hiking prevention.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-sap-resin-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-sap-resin-stain/) [![How to Remove a Soot or Smoke Stain from Fabric](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-soot-smoke-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-soot-smoke-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-soot-smoke-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Soot or Smoke Stain from Fabric](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-soot-smoke-stain/) [Soot on clothes or curtains: dry brush, talc, dish soap, rubbing alcohol. By fabric and method.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-soot-smoke-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-soot-smoke-stain/) [![How to Remove a Tea Stain from Fabric and Cups](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-tea-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tea-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tea-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Tea Stain from Fabric and Cups](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tea-stain/) [Black, green or milky tea: methods by fabric (cotton, linen, silk, synthetic) and for stained cups. Vinegar, lemon, percarbonate, glycerine.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tea-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tea-stain/) [![How to Remove a Tomato Sauce or Ketchup Stain](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-tomato-sauce-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tomato-sauce-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 23, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tomato-sauce-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Tomato Sauce or Ketchup Stain](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tomato-sauce-stain/) [Tomato sauce or ketchup stain on clothes: methods by fabric, fresh or dried. Complete step-by-step protocol.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tomato-sauce-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-tomato-sauce-stain/) ## Other topics [How to wash ](/en/blog/how-to-wash/index.md)[Getting started ](/en/blog/getting-started/index.md)[All articles](/en/blog/index.md) ## Most read articles Selection [1](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-prices-2026/) ### [Laundromat Prices in 2026: How Much Does It Cost?](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-prices-2026/) [Getting started • 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-prices-2026/) [2](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) ### [Which Detergent to Choose: Liquid, Powder, Pods (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) [Laundry tips • 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) [3](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/) ### [How to Clean a Washing Machine: Vinegar & Baking Soda (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/) [Laundry tips • 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/)