alternative to dryer sheet

[rowansmom]

I'm looking for a way to eliminate static from my laundry. what can I use instead of dryer sheets?

[klpmommy]

get these

http://www.amazon.com/Dryer-Magic-Fluff-Balls/dp/B0009FZJNY/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1198162568&sr=8-2

I have five in my dryer & I only have static with things like microfiber or the alpaca blanket that dh bought in Ecuador. A regular load of towels has no static at all. You definately need more than 2, but they are supposed to last for a couple of years so even though there is a larger initial investment I think overall it is less.

[simplegirl]

They look really cool. I'd definitely make the investment. I really dislike static in every load! Is there any chemicals in them like there are in dryer sheets?

[milkmommy]

or you can do my method of just ingnoring the landry in the dryer for a few days. No static after sitting that long :shifty

Deanna

[klpmommy]

no chemicals, they are just plastic bumpy balls. My kids want to play with them. You can also get them at bed,bath& beyond with a coupon. That is how I got mine.

[me]

:yes I got mine free with a box of Nellies soap, it has something like 100loads in a tiny box, our skin really loves it too. My dh bought a box of cheer when we ran out and even he admits to itching.
http://www.nellieslaundry.com/Dryerballs.html

Eta:A mom here once mentioned running a wire hanger through the load when it was done to get rid of static.

[RiverRock]

Does a vinegar rinse in the wash help. I think I used to do that instead of liquid softener. :scratch Now I use half an unscented dryer sheet only in loads where I think lint might be a problem (tissue in the pocket or fluffy sweater).

[rowansmom]

Does a vinegar rinse in the wash help. I think I used to do that instead of liquid softener. :scratch Now I use half an unscented dryer sheet only in loads where I think lint might be a problem (tissue in the pocket or fluffy sweater).



I was wondering about vinegar too i thought i had read about it once

[jewelmcjem]

IMO, vinegar is a great fabric softener but does nothing for static. I've reverted back to dryer sheets for the static issue, dh hates static! I'll have to check out those laundry balls.

[righteous mama]

I use the dryer balls and a half of a Shaklee dryer sheet. It makes everything soft and un-static'y.

[rowansmom]

I use shaklee vitamins how are they as far as chemicals in thier laundry stuff?

[righteous mama]

Have you tried any of their Get Clean line? It is all very, very safe. http://www.ecofriendlyhome.net It's very "green" and eco-friendly. I love it.

Who do you order from? (I wonder if I know them...)

[rowansmom]

my mom. she's been in shaklee since I was six

[me]

Does a vinegar rinse in the wash help. I think I used to do that instead of liquid softener. :scratch Now I use half an unscented dryer sheet only in loads where I think lint might be a problem (tissue in the pocket or fluffy sweater).



I was wondering about vinegar too i thought i had read about it once

It worked great for me! I tried it after reading it here somewhere. I just do so much laundry I would have to buy a huge bottle :giggle Once we are out of the hotel and back in a house Ill probably go back to using it. Right now I dont have to do winter blankets that tend to get static. Not sure how the dryerballs would work on those. But ya, the vinegar worked here :yes I would just put in about 1/4c of regular white vinegar, never really measured exact......

[crunchymum]

Does a vinegar rinse in the wash help. I think I used to do that instead of liquid softener. :scratch Now I use half an unscented dryer sheet only in loads where I think lint might be a problem (tissue in the pocket or fluffy sweater).



I was wondering about vinegar too i thought i had read about it once

It worked great for me! I tried it after reading it here somewhere. I just do so much laundry I would have to buy a huge bottle :giggle Once we are out of the hotel and back in a house Ill probably go back to using it. Right now I dont have to do winter blankets that tend to get static. Not sure how the dryerballs would work on those. But ya, the vinegar worked here :yes I would just put in about 1/4c of regular white vinegar, never really measured exact......


does the laundry smell like vinegar?

[me]

:no Ive also used vinegar as a rinse in the shower for my hair. For some reason, once it dries there is no odor whatsoever! Its naturaly fragrance free once dried :giggle.... :shrug :)........

[righteous mama]

my mom. she's been in shaklee since I was six

That's awesome. I'm signed up under my mom. They've been using Shaklee since I was in junior high...which was a long time ago. My sister is signed up under me...it's a big family affair!

[righteous mama]

Oh, you should try their fabric softener for the washer, too. I cannot live without it. It smells light and yummy...the dryer sheets have no smell. Between it all my laundry comes out really soft and static-free.

[crunchymum]

Oh, you should try their fabric softener for the washer, too. I cannot live without it. It smells light and yummy...the dryer sheets have no smell. Between it all my laundry comes out really soft and static-free.


i need to order soon... :yes

[canadiyank]

I like the Shaklee sheets. :) I've been using them, almost out, but have a box of Bounce F&C to finish then will order some more. I keep eyeing the balls, but I read the Consumer Reports thing that said they were useless. :think

[righteous mama]

I like the Shaklee sheets. :) I've been using them, almost out, but have a box of Bounce F&C to finish then will order some more. I keep eyeing the balls, but I read the Consumer Reports thing that said they were useless. :think

I actually found it did half the job...that's why I decided throw in a half sheet of my Shaklee dryer sheet. Between the two it works very nicely. I'd like to get more balls (hmmm). I have two right now (gosh, this conversation is sketchy)...and I'd like to get at least two more.

[klpmommy]

two didn't do much, which is why i have 5. more is def better

[righteous mama]

two didn't do much, which is why i have 5. more is def better

Yeah, I'm sure five would do it. I love them. Although I have to chase my three year old down to find them. ;)

[klpmommy]

two didn't do much, which is why i have 5. more is def better

Yeah, I'm sure five would do it. I love them. Although I have to chase my three year old down to find them. ;)


we have that problem, too. notice i have an odd #? there is a reason for that ;)