We need to talk about LaundryTok.

Stay with me.

LaundryTok, aka laundry content on TikTok, is a delightfully earnest subsection of the world's biggest social media platform, purely dedicated to all things clothes and cleaning.

And it’s my new favourite thing.

Far from being a chore, LaundryTok videos are the perfect antidote to a long, hard day. And no one tries to make you “Get Ready With Me” or learn dances. I promise.

Not only do you get to perve on someone’s private space (laundries are the new bathrooms, you heard it here first) but the TikTokers know their stuff. I’ve learnt so many tricks that are making my life easier.

Here’s a roundup of my eight favourite laundry hacks, freshly sourced from TikTok to save you time and money.

1. Sheet stripping

If your supposedly clean sheets still look dull and dingy, this deep cleansing method will make them look and feel brand new. Some TikTokers claim the process is purging built up body oils and they proudly show off the disgusting “bath water soup” created along the way.

Here's how to do it:

Check out this TikTok video to witness the full transformation:

2. Smart dosing

According to TikTok you’re probably using too much laundry detergent. And you’re not just wasting money, too much detergent will actually damage your clothes and washing machine.

Yikes.

If you have several hours and an excellent math brain, there are all kinds of complex formulas for how much washing powder to use depending on what you’re washing, the fabric and the weight of clothes, but you can hack the entire process with the https://www.nationalproductreview.com.au/catalogue/laundry/laundry-energy-water-efficient/washing-machines-laundry-energy-water-efficient/haier-10kg-top-load-washing-machine-hwt10ad1-review/?utm_source=mamamia&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=haier_toploadwasher_mamamia_writtencontent Haier Top Load Washing Machine.

This intelligent washing machine automatically dispenses the optimal amount of detergent based on your laundry load, size and wash cycle, so you only use what you need. It's simply genius. Your clothes will come out smelling fresh and you'll reduce the amount of detergent you have to buy throughout the year – it's a win-win.

In fact, the whole machine is designed to make laundry easier, from the toughened glass lid that lets you keep an eye on your wash to the super intuitive touch controls for those days when you’re just functioning on autopilot.

Plus, it comes with a sci-fi level UV protect feature which uses UV light to help get rid of bacteria during the wash cycle. This feature is great because it allows you to save money by skipping the hot water cycle needed to eliminate bacteria. Not only does it protect your clothes with its gentle wash action, but it also effectively destroys any bacteria in each cycle. Could it get any better?

3. The pillowcase hack

Want that new shoe look, without the new shoe price tag? Turns out there’s an easy way to wash your shoes without ruining them or your washing machine. Just use a pillowcase.

Here’s how to do it:

4. The towel trick

Your mum will be furious that TikTokers are claiming they discovered this, but they’ve definitely introduced it to a whole new generation. This one is so simple that it doesn’t need steps, just toss a clean, dry towel into the dryer with your wet clothes to dry everything faster.

5. Vaporising smells with vodka

Another old one that TikTok is bringing back from the vault: vodka is a natural deodoriser. Keep a spray bottle full of cheap vodka on hand and use it to freshen up your clothes for a re-wear before washing. This is a great hack for travel.

6. Dryer sheet dusting

Stop throwing out your dryer sheets. Yes, they are known for keeping our laundry soft and static-free, but did you know USED sheets can also work as handy dusting cloths?

Here's how you can repurpose them before you throw them out: