How to remove hair and fluff

They are the only real contraindication for pets in the house: hair and fluff that spread throughout the house. Everywhere. In the linen, on the blankets and between sheets (if we've trained them to climb onto beds), in the folds of sofas. Removing hair and fluff can become a bothersome and complex task if the appropriate measures aren't taken. Natural remedies are the answer.

HOW TO REMOVE HAIR AND LINTS

I game, the fluff and lint, are really annoying, especially when they get stuck on dark colored clothes, from which it seems impossible to remove them. Not only clothes but also the fabric of sofas and home upholstery in general, attract lint and hair, especially from dogs and catsRemoving them isn't that complicated, however, and you can often use easy-to-make home remedies. Let's see together how to solve this age-old problem.

• When the hair or fluff is not too much and the fabric is quite resistant, you can try using the pumice stone Place it on the lint and rub it in a circular motion. Pumice is not recommended for silk or nylon, as it may cause scratches.
• If there is a lot of fluff, however, you can opt for a adhesive tape to apply on the damaged fabricThe operation must be repeated at least a couple of times to eliminate as many hairs and fluff as possible from the fabric.
• If the fluff has “infested” the wool sweaters, you can use pumice stone, but rub delicately only on the dots.
• You can also use a razor blade, perhaps already used, to be passed over the affected fibers. The pellets are eliminated immediately; just be careful not to cut the fabric.
• even the Velcro It could be a good method to decisively “rip” away excess hair and fluff from an item of clothing.

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HOW TO REMOVE HAIR FROM YOUR LAUNDRY

• To remove hair from linen as well as clothes or other types of fabric, you can use a nylon stocking to rub on the surface that has hair and fluff, which will be attracted by the electrostatic charge of the nylon.
• Even with a rubber glove you get a good result, since this also attracts hair from the underwear.
• When the hair is on clothes, you can also use a mixture made up of hot water and a few drops of fabric softenerThis solution should then be sprayed on the clothes and left to dry so that the hairs fall out on their own.

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WHAT TO PUT IN THE WASHING MACHINE TO REMOVE HAIR

When washing clothes with hair, including animal hair, there are some precautions you can take to prevent it from spreading throughout the drum and infesting other garments:

• You can insert a load into the basket sponge from the bathroom During the wash cycle, it attracts hair, especially that found on a dog or cat's blanket. Even rough kitchen sponges can attract hair, fur, and lint if the wash cycle is delicate.
• Another valid remedy is the microfibre cloths To be combined with laundry. Using two of them, wet, effectively attracts hair.
• Le plastic balls They attract and retain hair, fur and fluff, preventing them from remaining in the washing machine drum.
• The conductor itself can take various shapes, in bare or tinned copper, with or without insulation. In some cases, a preferential bend can also be applied to the joint so that it operates exactly as designed. resealable polypropylene bags, to be put in the washing machine together with the clothes, eliminate the problem of hair.
• If you put any in the basket wet wipesThese, when the cycle is delicate and without spin, attract lint and remove it from the fabrics. The wipes must be resistant; otherwise, if they tear during the wash, they won't be useful.

HOW TO WASH A BLANKET FULL OF HAIR?

• If necessary wash the cover where animals lie down and which is therefore full of hair, it is best to use a non-aggressive product, such as a natural detergent that does not contain ammonia or bleach.
• If washing by hand, the Marseille soap It's ideal unless the dirt is stubborn. In that case, you can use a solution of water and vinegar (half a glass of vinegar for every 3 litres of water) in which to immerse the blanket for a few hours.
• If washing in the washing machine, you can use a neutral detergent to which add two tablespoons of bicarbonate.
• Le blankets They can also be thoroughly sanitized with vinegar or hydrogen peroxide, to be added to the washing machine and to the basin in which the blanket has been soaked.
• If the stains on the blanket are urine or vomit, you can sprinkle some red vinegar on it and then proceed with washing, in the washing machine or by hand, after an hour.

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WHERE TO BUY A LINT REMOVER

To eliminate lint you can also use a simple electric lint remover, of the kind found in large retailers. A simple-to-use and truly practical device, it's also easy to take on the go. Thanks to this tool, with its large blades, it's very easy to clean household fabrics as well as clothing, especially if you have pets. There are many models on the market, and the choice also depends on evaluating its features, which vary depending on the model and brand. The lint remover blades are interchangeable and act, depending on their speed, on the surface of the fabric: the faster, the more effective. Those who are buying a lint remover consider its speed, power supply, battery life, and noise level, the level of which is indicated on the technical data sheet. It's important to consider the blade material, which should be stainless steel, as it's more durable and reliable. Once all these factors have been evaluated, you can purchase a lint remover in home improvement stores or online, on the various platforms where shopping is most common. shopping online.

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