If you don't have a lint roller, there are several effective methods to remove hair from your clothes. Here are some handy alternatives:
Effective Alternatives to Lint Rollers
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Damp Rubber Gloves: Put on a rubber dishwashing glove. Rinse the glove under water so it's damp, and then run your hand across the fabric. The hair will cling to the damp rubber.
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Sticky Tape: Wrap sticky tape around your hand, sticky-side out, and dab it over the clothes to lift away loose hair. You can use masking tape, packing tape, or even duct tape for this purpose.
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Fabric Brush: A fabric brush (also known as a clothes brush) has stiff bristles that can effectively loosen and remove hair from clothing. Brush in the direction of the fabric's weave.
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Pumice Stone (Use with Caution): Gently rub a pumice stone over the fabric. This works best on durable fabrics and should be tested on an inconspicuous area first to avoid damage.
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Dryer with Dryer Sheets: Tumble your clothes in the dryer on a no-heat or low-heat setting along with a dryer sheet. The tumbling action helps to loosen the hair, and the dryer sheet attracts it. Clean the lint trap afterward.
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Velcro Hair Rollers: These can be used to gently lift hair off of clothing.
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Microfiber Cloth: Dampen a microfiber cloth and wipe down the fabric. The texture of the microfiber helps grab onto the hair.
Prevention Tips
- Wash clothes inside out: This helps to contain loose hair within the garment during washing.
- Regularly groom pets: This reduces the amount of hair they shed.
- Use a pet hair-removing laundry bag: These bags can trap hair during the wash cycle.
By using these simple and effective techniques, you can keep your clothes hair-free, even without a lint roller.
