5. Zip, Button, and Turn Clothes Inside Out

Before tossing your clothes into the wash, take a moment to zip up zippers, button shirts, and turn garments inside out. This simple habit protects delicate details, keeps buttons secure, and reduces friction on outer surfaces. Jeans washed inside out retain their rich color longer, while graphic t-shirts are less likely to suffer from peeling or fading prints. It’s a small step that shields your favorite pieces from unnecessary wear and keeps them looking their best, wash after wash.