# Laundry tips – Page 5 | 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 [![Drying Clothes Indoors: Humidity and Mould Risks](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/indoor-drying-humidity-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/indoor-drying-humidity/) [Laundry tips · February 9, 2026 · 9 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/indoor-drying-humidity/) ## [Drying Clothes Indoors: Humidity and Mould Risks](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/indoor-drying-humidity/) [A drying rack releases 2 litres of water per load. Condensation, mould, odours: what science says and how to fix it.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/indoor-drying-humidity/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/indoor-drying-humidity/) [![Should You Wash New Clothes Before Wearing Them?](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/new-secondhand-clothes-wash-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/new-secondhand-clothes-wash/) [Laundry tips · February 9, 2026 · 8 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/new-secondhand-clothes-wash/) ## [Should You Wash New Clothes Before Wearing Them?](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/new-secondhand-clothes-wash/) [New, thrifted or resold clothes: why you should always wash before wearing. Chemical residues, bacteria, right programme. What science says.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/new-secondhand-clothes-wash/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/new-secondhand-clothes-wash/) [![Laundromat Hygiene: What the Science Says](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/laundromat-hygiene-science-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-hygiene-science/) [Laundry tips · February 7, 2026 · 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-hygiene-science/) ## [Laundromat Hygiene: What the Science Says](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-hygiene-science/) [Is a laundromat hygienic? Program, temperature, and tumble drying: what the evidence can and cannot establish.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-hygiene-science/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundromat-hygiene-science/) [![Microplastics from Laundry: 700,000 Fibres per Cycle](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/microplastics-laundry-synthetics-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/microplastics-laundry-synthetics/) [Laundry tips · February 7, 2026 · 9 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/microplastics-laundry-synthetics/) ## [Microplastics from Laundry: 700,000 Fibres per Cycle](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/microplastics-laundry-synthetics/) [A single polyester wash releases 700,000 microfibres into the water. Scientific data, aggravating factors, and 5 practical solutions to cut your impact.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/microplastics-laundry-synthetics/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/microplastics-laundry-synthetics/) [![Dust Mite Allergy: The Effective Laundry Protocol](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/dust-mite-allergy-laundry-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dust-mite-allergy-laundry/) [Laundry tips · February 2, 2026 · 14 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dust-mite-allergy-laundry/) ## [Dust Mite Allergy: The Effective Laundry Protocol](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dust-mite-allergy-laundry/) [Dust mites are the #1 cause of respiratory allergy in France. Washing at 60 °C (140 °F) weekly + full drying reduces exposure. Laundromat protocol.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dust-mite-allergy-laundry/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/dust-mite-allergy-laundry/) [![Laundry Care Symbols: Every Label Pictogram Explained (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/laundry-care-labels-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-care-labels/) [Laundry tips · February 2, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-care-labels/) ## [Laundry Care Symbols: Every Label Pictogram Explained (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-care-labels/) [What does the crossed-out circle mean? The triangle? The 30 °C (86 °F) tub? Every care label symbol decoded with a visual chart + common mistakes to avoid.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-care-labels/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/laundry-care-labels/) [![Shrinkage in the Washer and Dryer: Causes and Solutions](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/prevent-shrinking-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prevent-shrinking-guide/) [Laundry tips · February 2, 2026 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prevent-shrinking-guide/) ## [Shrinkage in the Washer and Dryer: Causes and Solutions](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prevent-shrinking-guide/) [Cotton (3-8 %), wool (up to 30 %): causes of shrinkage in washer and dryer. 12-fibre chart, prevention and recovery tips.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prevent-shrinking-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/prevent-shrinking-guide/) [![Whiten Yellowed Laundry: Percarbonate, Bleach, Tips](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/whiten-yellowed-laundry-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/whiten-yellowed-laundry/) [Laundry tips · February 2, 2026 · 11 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/whiten-yellowed-laundry/) ## [Whiten Yellowed Laundry: Percarbonate, Bleach, Tips](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/whiten-yellowed-laundry/) [Yellowed whites? Sodium percarbonate, hydrogen peroxide, bleach: which product to whiten without damaging fibres. Tested methods.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/whiten-yellowed-laundry/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/whiten-yellowed-laundry/) [![Eco-Friendly Laundromats: Real Impact of Pro Machines](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/eco-laundromat-technologies-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/eco-laundromat-technologies/) [Laundry tips · January 27, 2026 · 10 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/eco-laundromat-technologies/) ## [Eco-Friendly Laundromats: Real Impact of Pro Machines](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/eco-laundromat-technologies/) [Are laundromats eco-friendly? Water, energy, and CO2 comparison between laundromat and home washing. Concrete data and practical tips.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/eco-laundromat-technologies/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/eco-laundromat-technologies/) [![Tough Stain Removal: Pre-Wash Solutions That Work (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/tough-stain-solutions-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tough-stain-solutions/) [Laundry tips · September 15, 2025 · 12 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tough-stain-solutions/) ## [Tough Stain Removal: Pre-Wash Solutions That Work (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tough-stain-solutions/) [How to remove wine, blood, grease, coffee, ink, urine, and mould stains before washing. 11 stain types covered with products and techniques.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tough-stain-solutions/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tough-stain-solutions/) [![Tumble Dryer Settings & Times: 10-60 Min Chart by Fabric (2026)](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/tumble-dryer-guide-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-guide/) [Laundry tips · September 14, 2025 · 14 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-guide/) ## [Tumble Dryer Settings & Times: 10-60 Min Chart by Fabric (2026)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-guide/) [How long to tumble dry: 10-20 min t-shirts, 20-30 towels, 40-60 duvets. Settings chart by fabric, care symbols decoded, tips to dry faster.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-guide/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/tumble-dryer-guide/) [![Washing Temperature Chart 2026: What to Wash at 30, 40 or 60 °C](https://static.laveries-speed-queen.fr/images/blog/washing-temperatures-cover.webp)](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-temperatures/) [Laundry tips · September 12, 2025 · 13 min](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-temperatures/) ## [Washing Temperature Chart 2026: What to Wash at 30, 40 or 60 °C](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-temperatures/) [Wash at 30 °C for colors, 40 °C everyday, 60 °C for sheets and towels, 90 °C to sanitize. Full chart for 14 garments + the mistakes that ruin clothes.](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-temperatures/) [Read article ](https://laveries-speed-queen.fr/en/blog/washing-temperatures/) ## 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/)