Do you really know? How often should you really wash your clothes?
Apr 30, 2025
Most of us aren't sure when to wash our clothes, but the truth may shock you! Discover how often you really need to launder your jeans and wool jumpers. The rise in laundry loads is leading to increased water use and energy bills, not to mention microplastic pollution. Did you know jeans can be worn up to 30 times before a wash? Learn tips for keeping clothes fresh without frequent washing. And of course, find out why underwear still needs to be washed after every wear!
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Excessive Washing Harms Environment
- We wash clothes too often, which increases water use, energy bills, and microplastic pollution.
- Synthetic fabrics shed microfibres during washing, harming the environment.
Laundry Frequency Recommendations
- Wash jeans only after 15 to 30 wears and wool jumpers after 10 to 15 to save water and reduce microplastic pollution.
- Wash underwear and socks after every use for hygiene, but bras can last up to seven wears.
Air Clothes To Extend Freshness
- Hang clothes on a rack to air them out between wears instead of tossing them on a chair.
- This helps prevent dust buildup and keeps clothes fresher for longer.