Sort by fabric weight and care needs

Divide laundry by fabric type: delicates (lingerie, silk, lace) in one group, heavy items (towels, jeans, sweatshirts) in another, and everyday cotton and polyester in a third. This lets you match wash cycle intensity to fabric durability.

Why It Works

Heavy fabrics like denim and towels create significant abrasion during the wash cycle. Washing them alongside delicate fabrics causes pilling, snagging, and premature wear. Grouping by weight ensures each load gets the appropriate cycle — gentle for delicates, normal or heavy-duty for sturdy items.

Tips

• Use mesh laundry bags for bras, hosiery, and anything with hooks or straps
• Zip up all zippers before washing to prevent snagging
• Towels and fleece generate lint — keep them away from dark synthetics