Mesh Laundry Bags With Zipper, Washing Bags

Delicate Fabrics.  I use a mesh bag for tops and T-shirts that may nick or pull easily if they come into contact with buttons or zippers or anything else mixed in with the wash.

Lingerie.  As mentioned, these items should always be placed in laundry bags when washing.  It helps maintain their shape, straps don’t get stretched and hooks do not get caught on other items.

Bathing Suits.  I don’t dry our bathing suits, so heat doesn’t break down the elasticity.  Placing our suits in a mesh bag makes it easy for me to separate them from the items I intend to throw into the dryer.  Saves A LOT of aggravation and time.

Socks.   My kids are 6 and 8 and, in the summer, their little ankle socks are a pain to keep track of.  I load them into the mesh bag and throw the whole thing in the washer then the dryer.  Not only when I pull all our items out of the dryer do I not have random socks flying everywhere, but I also easily find the match when I match and fold them last.

Sweaters.  Yes, many sweaters say, “Dry Clean Only” or “Hand Wash”.  Mostly I will dry clean the items that need dry cleaned but I will be honest.  I’ve NEVER hand washed a sweater.  If I’m familiar with the brand and fabric of my sweater (usually thin cardigans or a drapey pull over), I will throw it in a bag and wash gently with other items before laying it flat to dry.