Like virtually any object you own, your clothes can become worn out over time. From faded colors to a stretched out shape, you may not even recognize some items in your closet compared to when you first bought them. However, did you know that there are some measures to can take to help keep your clothes looking like new for longer? Over time, this can help to save you money because you won’t need to replace items in your closet as fast if they last longer thanks to a little TLC.

Here are some tips on how to care for your clothes:

• Always wash your clothes in cold water, as hot water tends to wear fabric out more quickly. Hot water should only be used for particularly dirty items, such as grass-stained athletic uniforms.
• Wash your clothes inside out to protect the outside from becoming worn away or snagged from the washing machine.
• Treat stains right away before they have the change to set in the garment.
• Air dry your clothing or dry them on the lowest setting in your dryer. Heat can be damaging to clothes over time.
• When storing clothes for the season, use cotton sheets or bags, as plastic bags can trap humidity and lead to mildew growth.
• Apply perfume, lotions, sunscreen, and hairspray before getting dressed to protect your clothes from discoloring.

One benefit of our One 51 Place apartments in Alachua, FL, is that each apartment features full-sized washer and dryer hookups, so you will be able to do your laundry right from the comfort of your own place. If you prefer to not bring your own washing machine and dryer, however, we encourage to you take advantage of our community laundry center.

If you are not currently a resident of One 51 Place, contact our leasing office today for information on the benefits of renting an apartment in our community.