Lint is the “fuzz” type appearance or bits of thread and fiber that appear on the surface of your clothing after some time. It usually happens due to abrasion from rubbing against fabrics and other items in the washing, drying, and wearing processes.
If there is lint on any one of the clothing items in the laundry cycle, it can transfer to others as well, making them look worn-out and unpleasant. If the lint is of a different color from the article it clings to, it can make the fabric look much worse.
While lint is a natural fabric fault, some garments like terry cloth towels or chenille bathrobes can attract more lint as compared to others as their fuzzy fibers easily rub off them. Natural fabrics like cotton are also susceptible to lint and pilling due to their textile structure.
Why is there lint on my clothes after washing?
All fabrics will produce at least a little lint over their lifetime, but improper laundry care practices can surely contribute to this problem. The most common reason behind lint problems is tissues left in the pockets of clothing items tossed in the washer.
If your clothing frequently comes out from the washer covered with lint, make sure that you are sorting the laundry properly and adequately for each wash. Separate the fabrics prone to lint and pilling (such as chenille) from the lint-attracting ones (like polyester, and nylon) both in the washer and the dryer. Also, avoid washing or drying polyester and other synthetics with towels. Empty pockets of all clothing items and double-check any tissues or other debris.
Other than improper sorting, lint can be caused due to overloading the washer or dryer which results in increased wear and friction during the laundry process.
Another possible cause is overdrying. In many cases, clothing is dried more than it needs to be, creating additional static electricity. This causes lint to cling to clothing more stubbornly instead of being disposed of in the lint filter.
Most machines nowadays have in-built moisture detectors that can help tackle this problem. But if your appliance doesn’t have this feature, add a couple of wool balls in the dryer to reduce the drying time of your clothing.
Finally, keep an eye out for the lint filter (s) in your washer or dryer or both. If you see any dirt or lint accumulated in it, empty it as soon as possible.
How do you remove lint from cotton clothes at home?
BIORESTORE cotton is the best cotton lint remover for clothing made of at least 70% cotton. It is sustainable, ecofriendly, and helps extend the lifecycle of your favorite pieces of clothing.
It’s simple to use and effective. For further convenience, we’ll share the home laundry steps right here:
Pick your cotton garments with lint or pilling on them. Sort them properly and add them in the washer. Then, using the instructions mentioned on the lint remover powder, add the right amount of BIORESTORE Re–Tergent directly into the washer. Run a cycle for 2 hours at 40ºC / 104ºF. When the cycle is finished, toss the fabrics in a tumble drier. Just like that, your favorite cotton fabrics will be revived in only one home laundry wash.
