Wool Dryer Balls - Natural Fabric Softener, Reusable, Reduces Clothing Wrinkles and Saves Drying Time. The Large Dryer Ball is a Better Alternative to Plastic Balls and Liquid Softener. (Pack of 6)

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Another set of dryer balls made from 100% wool, this time from Kintor. These balls are hypo-allergenic and a natural alternative for dryer sheets, plastic balls or fabric softener meaning they can be used by those that are prone to sensitive skin.

Gentle on sensitive skin –ALL Dryer Eggs are hypoallergic. If you struggle with particularly sensitive skin – our Fragrance Free Dryer Egg is awarded suitable for sensitive skin by Allergy UK. We encourage the use of our Fragrance Free Laundry Egg for babies and those with particularly sensitive skin as this egg is entirely removed from any perfume and has held the Allergy UK endorsement since 2011. We know just how sensitive skin can be to ANY sort of fragrance encountering it – we got you. Drying time, static cling, and softness vary based on washer settings, the make/model of the dryer, the dryer settings, the size of the load, and the types of clothes in the load.Loads without dryer balls took an average of 47 minutes and 37 seconds to dry compared to the loads with dryer balls, which took an average of 41 minutes and 20 seconds to dry, a 14% reduction in drying time. Here are the full results: Load Frej Lewenhaupt is a dedicated and creative Co-founder & CEO with a demonstrated history of working with design which he uses to design the best, most effective clothing care devices for household use. 2. They reduce wrinkles Using alternatives such as tennis balls could damage the dryer or leave residue on your clothes or in the drum. Will dryer balls remove pet hair? Much to my delight, all five loads that ran with dryer balls dried in less time than the loads without dryer balls .

Learn more in my in-depth comparison of dryer balls vs. dryer sheets. Frequently Asked Questions About Dryer Balls Also, as I mentioned in a recent post comparing dryer balls and dryer sheets, wool dryer balls absorb and hold onto moisture during the cycle. That moisture helps elevate humidity, which limits the chances of static. To enhance this effect, spray wool dryer balls with water before starting the cycle. Since wool is denser than most materials, it will hold onto that moisture and keep humidity levels higher while everything else dries completely. Plastic vs. Wool Dryer Balls The plastic design can be a little noisy and can wear out over time, but by improving your dryer’s efficiency they can help your clothes dry faster, saving money and energy in the process.

If your primary goal is to reduce static, it's recommended to use all six dryer balls for any load. The brand also says that these dryer balls reduce drying time by up to 25 percent, lifting clothes to allow hot air to better circulate, and are reusable for over 1,000 loads. Handy Laundry Dryer Balls are unscented, organic, and handmade in Nepal. What size are they? - The bigger the tumble dryer ball, the more space it can create between items of clothing, aiding airflow and reducing drying times. Larger balls tend to last longer too, without becoming misshapen or flat after extended use. Saving a few minutes may not seem significant, but in the long run, even a few minutes can save you hundreds of dollars in energy and gas. After substantial use, wool dryer balls can begin to flatten or build up with lint, fluff and moisture absorbed during the drying cycle. The good news is, you can actually revive and recharge your tumble dryer balls - ironically by putting them through the wash.

Wool dryer balls are heavy, yet soft and don’t make as much noise as the plastic kind. They absorb moisture, which aids in drying, but they also release moisture, which reduces wrinkles and static. Measuring the impact of dryer balls on the softness of clothing, similar to static cling, is extremely subjective. There is no scientific way to measure softness. The only way to get any measurement is to touch the material and assign a Softness Score based on my personal opinion. So that is precisely what I did. Although wool dryer balls from sheep-friendly sources are available, they may not be suitable for consumers who prefer not to use animal-based products. If you live a vegan lifestyle, opt for plastic dryer balls instead. Exact instructions for tumble dryer balls may vary depending on the brand and their material, however, as a general rule, you should add your clean, wet washing to the tumble dryer as usual, taking care not to overload your machine.There are two types of dryer balls on the market, plastic with spikes or wool. I used the plastic ones for my experiment, but some people swear by the wool ones. Here are the pros and cons of each. Simply throw them in with your wet laundry, select your preferred drying time and away you go. It can’t get much easier than that. When you’re not using them, they can be kept in your dryer or easily stored in a cupboard or drawer – no more bulky bottles of fabric softener taking up valuable space. Dryer balls reduce drying time by creating space between clothing items and increasing airflow. In contrast, dryer sheets reduce static cling and soften clothes by coating them with a fatty molecule that gives fabrics a softer and more pleasant feel. Plastic dryer balls, on the other hand, will not remove pet hair from your clothes. Unlike wool, which will trap it in its fibers, pet hair won’t adhere to the smooth surface of plastic dryer balls. Plastic dryer balls are hypoallergenic, non-toxic, and safe for all types of clothing materials. Their small spikes get into the folds of clothing, allowing them to create separation, improve air circulation, and speeds up drying time.

This is thanks to the nodes (or nobbly bits as my daughter likes to call them!) that are all over the sphere. No! Dryer balls are generally soft and are unlikely to cause any damage to your machine, especially the woollen ones. The woollen ones are also known to be silent in your machine and will not make any sounds when they hit the sides, which the plastic ones may.I use four of these, cut drying time cut in half!” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user Livingmagicallyagain) Our verdict