# Laundry tips – Page 4 | 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 [![Fabric Softener: Useful or Not? What Chemistry Says](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/fabric-softener-useful-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/fabric-softener-useful/) [Laundry tips · March 16, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/fabric-softener-useful/) ## [Fabric Softener: Useful or Not? What Chemistry Says](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/fabric-softener-useful/) [Fabric softener softens fibres but can harm sportswear, microfibre and sensitive skin. When to use it, when to skip it.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/fabric-softener-useful/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/fabric-softener-useful/) [![How Often Should You Wash Your Clothes? Full Chart](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/how-often-wash-clothes-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/how-often-wash-clothes/) [Laundry tips · March 16, 2026 · 13 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/how-often-wash-clothes/) ## [How Often Should You Wash Your Clothes? Full Chart](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/how-often-wash-clothes/) [Underwear: after every wear. T-shirts: 2-3 wears. Jeans: 4-5. Complete chart by garment, with exceptions and common mistakes.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/how-often-wash-clothes/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/how-often-wash-clothes/) [![How to Remove a Blood Stain from Fabric (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-blood-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-blood-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 16, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-blood-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Blood Stain from Fabric (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-blood-stain/) [Fresh or dried blood: cold water, Marseille soap, sodium percarbonate. Guide by fabric (cotton, silk, wool) + mistakes to avoid.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-blood-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-blood-stain/) [![How to Remove a Coffee Stain from Fabric (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-coffee-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-coffee-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 16, 2026 · 9 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-coffee-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Coffee Stain from Fabric (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-coffee-stain/) [Black or milky coffee, fresh or dried: white vinegar, glycerine, sodium percarbonate. Guide by fabric + mistakes to avoid.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-coffee-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-coffee-stain/) [![How to Remove a Grease or Oil Stain from Clothes (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-grease-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 16, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Grease or Oil Stain from Clothes (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-stain/) [Fresh or set-in grease stain: dish soap, talc, fuller's earth. Guide by grease type (food, mechanical, cosmetic).](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-grease-stain/) [![How to Remove an Ink or Pen Stain from Clothes (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-ink-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-ink-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 16, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-ink-stain/) ## [How to Remove an Ink or Pen Stain from Clothes (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-ink-stain/) [Ballpoint, marker, printer, fountain pen: each ink needs its own treatment. Alcohol, milk, solvent — guide by ink type and fabric.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-ink-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-ink-stain/) [![How to Remove Red Wine Stains from All Textiles (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-red-wine-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-red-wine-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 16, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-red-wine-stain/) ## [How to Remove Red Wine Stains from All Textiles (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-red-wine-stain/) [Fresh or dried red wine stain: salt myth, percarbonate, warm milk. Methods by textile (cotton tablecloth, silk, wool) + myths debunked.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-red-wine-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-red-wine-stain/) [![How to Remove a Rust Stain from Laundry (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-rust-stain-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-rust-stain/) [Laundry tips · March 16, 2026 · 7 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-rust-stain/) ## [How to Remove a Rust Stain from Laundry (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-rust-stain/) [Bleach sets rust. Use citric acid, lemon or oxalic acid salt. Guide by fabric + critical mistakes to avoid.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-rust-stain/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-rust-stain/) [![Washing at 30 or 40 °C (86-104 °F): How to Choose](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/30-vs-40-degrees-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/30-vs-40-degrees/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/30-vs-40-degrees/) ## [Washing at 30 or 40 °C (86-104 °F): How to Choose](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/30-vs-40-degrees/) [30 °C (86 °F) for colours and lightly soiled synthetics, 40 °C (104 °F) for dirtier everyday cotton. Clear chart + when to go to 60 °C (140 °F).](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/30-vs-40-degrees/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/30-vs-40-degrees/) [![Bed Bugs: How to Treat Your Laundry Properly](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/bed-bugs-laundry-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/bed-bugs-laundry-guide/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/bed-bugs-laundry-guide/) ## [Bed Bugs: How to Treat Your Laundry Properly](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/bed-bugs-laundry-guide/) [Sealed bags, wash at 60 degrees C if safe, hot tumble dry at least 30 min or freeze delicate items: a clear bed bug laundry protocol.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/bed-bugs-laundry-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/bed-bugs-laundry-guide/) [![Cold Wash: What Temperature Should You Really Use?](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/cold-wash-temperature-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/cold-wash-temperature/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/cold-wash-temperature/) ## [Cold Wash: What Temperature Should You Really Use?](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/cold-wash-temperature/) [Cold wash = 20-30 °C (68-86 °F) in practice. When 20 °C is enough, when to use 30 °C (86 °F) or 60 °C (140 °F).](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/cold-wash-temperature/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/cold-wash-temperature/) [![Dry Cleaning: When It's Useful and What the Alternatives Are](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/dry-cleaning-alternatives-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dry-cleaning-alternatives/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 5 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dry-cleaning-alternatives/) ## [Dry Cleaning: When It's Useful and What the Alternatives Are](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dry-cleaning-alternatives/) [Is dry cleaning really 'dry'? Pressing, wet cleaning, delicate cycle, laundromat: when each method is necessary (or not).](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dry-cleaning-alternatives/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dry-cleaning-alternatives/) [![How to Iron a Shirt: The Order That Prevents Creases](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/iron-shirt-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/iron-shirt-guide/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/iron-shirt-guide/) ## [How to Iron a Shirt: The Order That Prevents Creases](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/iron-shirt-guide/) [What order to iron a shirt? Collar, cuffs, sleeves, front panels, back. Temperature by fabric (cotton 200 °C, silk 110 °C) + no-iron alternatives.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/iron-shirt-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/iron-shirt-guide/) [![Pet Hair on Laundry: How to Remove It in the Machine](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/remove-pet-hair-laundry-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-pet-hair-laundry/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-pet-hair-laundry/) ## [Pet Hair on Laundry: How to Remove It in the Machine](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-pet-hair-laundry/) [Cat or dog hair on sheets, throws, dark clothes: the useful method before washing and the real role of the tumble dryer to loosen them.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-pet-hair-laundry/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/remove-pet-hair-laundry/) [![Sodium Percarbonate: Dosage, Temperature & Limits](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/sodium-percarbonate-laundry-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sodium-percarbonate-laundry/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 9 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sodium-percarbonate-laundry/) ## [Sodium Percarbonate: Dosage, Temperature & Limits](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sodium-percarbonate-laundry/) [What does percarbonate actually do for laundry? Whitening, stain removal, deodorising: exact doses, 40 °C minimum temperature and common mistakes.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sodium-percarbonate-laundry/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sodium-percarbonate-laundry/) [![Sweat Stains: How to Remove Yellow Marks from Clothes](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/sweat-stains-yellow-marks-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sweat-stains-yellow-marks/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sweat-stains-yellow-marks/) ## [Sweat Stains: How to Remove Yellow Marks from Clothes](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sweat-stains-yellow-marks/) [Yellow marks, underarm stains, deodorant residue, heat to avoid: how to treat sweat stains based on fabric type and colour.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sweat-stains-yellow-marks/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/sweat-stains-yellow-marks/) [![Tumble Dryer Forbidden Symbol: Meaning & Alternatives](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/tumble-dryer-forbidden-symbol-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-forbidden-symbol/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 9 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-forbidden-symbol/) ## [Tumble Dryer Forbidden Symbol: Meaning & Alternatives](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-forbidden-symbol/) [Square with circle crossed out: tumble drying is forbidden. What this symbol means, which textiles are affected, and how to dry them safely.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-forbidden-symbol/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-forbidden-symbol/) [![Washing at 60 Degrees: What to Wash & What to Avoid (20+ Items)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/washing-60-degrees-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-60-degrees-guide/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-60-degrees-guide/) ## [Washing at 60 Degrees: What to Wash & What to Avoid (20+ Items)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-60-degrees-guide/) [What to wash at 60 °C (140 °F): sheets, towels, tea towels, soiled baby clothes — not jeans, colours or wool. 20+ item chart plus when 60 is a real must.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-60-degrees-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-60-degrees-guide/) [![White Vinegar & Laundry: The 4 Real Uses (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/white-vinegar-laundry-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/white-vinegar-laundry/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/white-vinegar-laundry/) ## [White Vinegar & Laundry: The 4 Real Uses (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/white-vinegar-laundry/) [Does vinegar replace fabric softener? Rinsing, odours, limescale: what it actually does for laundry and the 3 mistakes to avoid.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/white-vinegar-laundry/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/white-vinegar-laundry/) [![Laundry Still Wet After the Dryer: 6 Common Causes](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/why-laundry-still-wet-after-dryer-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/why-laundry-still-wet-after-dryer/) [Laundry tips · March 15, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/why-laundry-still-wet-after-dryer/) ## [Laundry Still Wet After the Dryer: 6 Common Causes](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/why-laundry-still-wet-after-dryer/) [Clothes still damp after drying? Blocked filter, overloading, weak spin: the 6 causes to check and how to fix each one.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/why-laundry-still-wet-after-dryer/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/why-laundry-still-wet-after-dryer/) [![Which Detergent to Choose: Liquid, Powder, Pods (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/choose-detergent-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) [Laundry tips · February 26, 2026 · 12 min](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/) [Liquid, powder or pod: which cleans best? Comparison by format, composition, dosage and reliable labels for your type of laundry.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/choose-detergent-guide/) [![How to Clean a Washing Machine: Vinegar & Baking Soda (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/) [Laundry tips · February 26, 2026 · 10 min](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/) [Washing machine smells bad or leaves residue? Hot empty cycle, white vinegar, baking soda: exact doses zone by zone + ideal frequency.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-guide/) [![Homemade Laundry Detergent: Useful Recipes, Limits & Real Risks](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/homemade-detergent-recipe-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/homemade-detergent-recipe/) [Laundry tips · February 26, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/homemade-detergent-recipe/) ## [Homemade Laundry Detergent: Useful Recipes, Limits & Real Risks](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/homemade-detergent-recipe/) [Does homemade detergent actually clean? Castile soap & baking soda recipes, real chemical limits, and machine build-up risk explained.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/homemade-detergent-recipe/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/homemade-detergent-recipe/) [![Detergent Residue: Solutions for Sensitive Skin & Babies](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/detergent-residue-sensitive-skin-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/detergent-residue-sensitive-skin/) [Laundry tips · February 9, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/detergent-residue-sensitive-skin/) ## [Detergent Residue: Solutions for Sensitive Skin & Babies](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/detergent-residue-sensitive-skin/) [Why does detergent irritate your baby's skin? Overdosing, poor rinsing, residual surfactants. Practical solutions for sensitive skin and eczema.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/detergent-residue-sensitive-skin/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/detergent-residue-sensitive-skin/) ## 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/)