Modern housewives don't bother ironing: should we get rid of the Soviet habit?

23.01.2023 09:22
Updated: 13.04.2023 14:32

Ironing bed linen after washing is a routine process for many people that takes a lot of time and effort.

Some housewives, following a tradition that has developed over the years, regularly iron their linen after washing. However, not everyone knows whether it is necessary to iron bed linen and whether it is possible to completely refuse ironing.

Reason to iron clothes

Housewives believe that ironing makes fabric smoother and more pleasant, kills germs, the material tears less, and ironing extends the life of linen.

A set of ironed bed linen will always come in handy when you have guests in the house.

Reasons not to iron bed linen

Some sets are made from materials that do not require ironing. Modern washing machines and dryers have an ironing function - and the laundry is less wrinkled at the end.

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After washing, simply hang the set evenly and dry.

You can save on electricity if you don’t iron your clothes.

Elena Gutyro Author: Elena Gutyro Internet resource editor


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  1. Reason to iron clothes
  2. Reasons not to iron bed linen