Remove static electricity from clothing: 6 tips
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Tired of getting a static shock every time you get up from your sofa? Can’t stand having your hair sticking out all over the place?
Me too!
So, I’ve asked the best rated housekeepers available on Yoojo to share some simple, economical, and easy-to-try tips to get rid of static electricity on clothes.
One of these is sure to work for you:
To prevent static electricity from taking over your clothes, it’s important to take a few precautions. Static electricity forms in the absence of humidity.
So, it’s recommended to choose cotton or wool clothing because these fibres absorb moisture well.
Synthetic clothes, on the other hand, should be avoided because they don't absorb moisture as well.
If you do wear synthetic clothes, avoid using the tumble dryer after washing them. Also, don’t use fabric softener on synthetic fabrics.
How to get rid of static electricity: 6 easy tips to try right now
1
The easy option: use an anti-static sheet
rub the inside of your clothing with an anti-static sheet. this will transfer the electrons from the clothing to the sheet.
2
Use the power of moisture
using a spray bottle filled with water, lightly spray the outside areas of your clothes where you notice static.
Be careful not to get them too wet.
You can also use a damp washcloth—just let it absorb some moisture to get rid of the electrons.
Even after your clothes have dried, the static won't return.
3
Hairspray: because you're worth it
another way to get rid of static electricity on clothes is to use aerosol hairspray.
Hold the can as far away as your arm allows, and spray on the areas where your clothes cling to your body.
Another tip is to spray the hairspray into your hands and rub it on your clothes. Go for unscented hairspray if possible.
4
Anti-electron cream
rub moisturiser onto the parts of your skin where your clothes stick.
The cream will act as a barrier, preventing electrons from transferring to your skin.
An alternative to moisturiser is baby powder, but it can be messy—so only use it on white clothes! It’ll leave a distinctive scent on you, too.
5
Metal to the rescue!
Another method is to touch any grounded metal object to discharge static electricity.
For example, you can touch metal fences. Avoid door handles that aren’t grounded, though, as they can give you a static shock.
Another tip with metal objects is to use an iron on the lowest setting.
The metal in the iron will transfer the static electricity from the clothing into the ground. If your skirt or trousers are clinging, just attach a metal hairpin to the hem.
6
The magic of baking soda
another way to eliminate static electricity when washing is to add 60ml of baking soda and 60ml of vinegar to the rinse cycle.
It’s not recommended to dry synthetic clothes in the tumble dryer. However, if you absolutely must, place a cloth soaked in white vinegar in the dryer before starting the cycle. If you find the smell of vinegar too strong, you can add a few drops of essential oil or simply insert a damp towel into the dryer.
Preventing static electricity: because that's even better
To avoid static electricity problems in the long term, increase the humidity in your home.
You can do this by getting a humidifier from your local hardware store and using it during dry weather, whether it's summer or winter.
If you prefer not to buy one, you can hang clothes that are prone to static in your bathroom after a bath or shower.
Before washing your clothes, make a ball of aluminium foil slightly smaller than a tennis ball and toss it into the drum with your laundry. This will prevent static electricity from building up on your clothes.
Your feet are also a conductor of static electricity. So, wear shoes with rubber soles.
A handy trick is to walk barefoot when you're at home. If you don’t want to go barefoot, you can put aluminium foil inside your shoes.
With these eco-friendly tips, you can say goodbye to static electricity on your clothes!
Bonus tip from Yoojo:
Despite all your efforts, still have static electricity on your clothes?
Kill two birds with one stone by hiring a Yoojo cleaner to do your laundry and get help with ironing. You can specifically request that they get rid of static electricity in our request form.
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