So long, damp sheets.
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Picture this: It’s late at night.
It’s no secret that balled-up sheets are a major annoyance (and in this case, inconvenience).
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“My first tip is to shake them up before throwing in the dryer.
The more spread out they are, the better theyll tumble.”
She also recommends decreasing the amount of sheets you wash per cycle to create more room in the dryer.
Theyre reusable, so its a win-win!"
Don’t have dryer balls or tennis balls on hand?
This hack works just as well with a clean towel!
“A lower heat setting is preferred, too, to give sheets more time to dry evenly.
Yes, it might take a little longer, but the payoff is smooth, untangled sheets.
Low and slow is the way to go.”
“Get a wrinkle release spray!
This helps relax the fabric and keeps it from bunching up as much.
Plus, your sheets will come out looking smoother!
Just spritz your sheets lightly before throwing them in the dryer,” says Shields.
Upgrade To A Larger Dryer
Your balled up sheets could be a result of a small dryer.
“A standard-sized one can sometimes be too small for king-sized or even queen-sized sheets.
If you have access or budget, upgrade to a larger dryer.”
Specifically, quick-dry sheets.
“If youre shopping for sheets, choose those labeled quick-dry.
Since they dry faster, theres less time for them to ball up.
This is a great long-term fix if tangled sheets drive you nuts.
And, they save time and energy!”
