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April 3, 2015
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More Summer Vacation Packing Tips!

Are you ready to take a vacation after the long, cold winter we’ve had?! If so, you’ll really enjoy our summer vacation packing tips! The only bad part about vacation is the packing, unpacking and laundry that goes into it, before and after the trip. With the tips below, you’ll be able pack efficiently, cutting down on wrinkles and more!

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Roll clothes. Don’t fold them. This packing technique offers more benefits than one. Of course, it saves space for other traveling items, but it also cuts down on wrinkles! You’ll eliminate the need for ironing during your trip.

Also consider packing the following non-clothing items, as well:

Alarm clock
Batteries for small electronics and cameras
Camera
Chargers for your cell phone, camera, video camera, and laptop
Hair dryer
Headphones for watching in-flight movies
iPod and iPod dock
Tripod
Video camera

Sometimes, hotels and resorts will have complementary hair dryers, alarm clocks, and even cell phone charging docks for certain types of cell phones. To cut down on packing, call ahead to see what all might be available for you to use once you arrive at your destination.

Summer vacations are a great way to relax and have some fun, away from the everyday stresses and work. Don’t let packing and unpacking get you down! We hope these tips eliminate some of that stress! In addition, consider stopping by to take advantage of coin-op laundry in Raleigh NC at Laundry Express! We offer a great way for you to get all your vacation laundry done at once, without having to take a whole day to get it clean, dry, and put away!

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For more laundry tips be sure to visit back with our blog soon! We have tons of laundry tricks to help you keep your laundry stresses at bay! If you’re running yourself ragged, trying to keep up with all the extra laundry, also be sure to check out our Raleigh Laundromat! We offer state of the art machines for washing and drying. We also offer laundry services that include dry cleaning, wash-dry-fold, and stain removal! Don’t fall behind on laundry when we are here to help! Visit us soon!

March 30, 2015
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Summer Vacation Packing Tips!

Summer will be here before we know it and with that comes vacations! The most stressful part about vacationing is the packing, unpacking and laundry afterwards that must be done. Thankfully, there are a few tips that we can offer you to help you pack the essentials and nothing more. That way, you’re able to pack and unpack in a more organized and efficient way!

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Make a list. It’s amazing what you can accomplish with an old-fashioned written list. Write down what you know you’ll need during the trip. For clothing, it’s important to pack the following:

Basic Undergarments (including a pair of socks)
1 Pair of Jeans
A Warm Layering Piece (open cardigan, sweatshirt or other long sleeved item for cooler nights)
1 Nice Dress or Pants Option
1 Pair of Tennis or Hiking Shoes

Once you’ve made your list of must-have clothing items, it’s important to stick to it while you do your packing. As you go, cross items that are packed off the list so that when it’s time to pack up the car, you know you have those items – without a doubt!

Repacking is one of the most detrimental things you can do for a vacation. Especially if it’s a trip that’s longer than 5 days. When repacking, you’re likely to leave essentials out and add more non-essentials. Make a list, reference the list as you’re packing and cross items off the list as you put them in the suitcase!

Be Reasonable. You may only be going on a 4 day, long weekend trip. Remember that when packing. It’s easy to head out the door with a suitcase packed for 7 days. Be practical. Pack only what you’ll need. If you have to pack one or two extra tops, make sure both tops match the same pair of pants to cut down on space.

Pack Accordingly. Where are you vacationing and why? Do you have a wedding to attend during your trip? Will you be dining out at a fancy restaurant? If so, you will have to pack accordingly. Packing more than one dress might be needed. One of the problems with packing accordingly is over packing. You need 4 dresses while you’re on the trip. That could mean 4 pairs of shoes – unless you choose one pair that goes with every dress. Or, at the most, pack 2 pairs of shoes that go with each of the 4 dresses. Think neutral colors when trying to cut down on the amount of shoes being packed. Neutral colors go great with any dress print, color and can even go with your more causal outfits, as well!

Making sure you pack reasonably and accordingly can be tricky when it comes to vacations. Making sure you really think about what you’ll need, making a list and then following that list will help! For more tips on summer vacation packing, be sure to visit back with our blog, soon!

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If you find that you need help laundering your summer clothing before or after your vacation, stop by our Wash Dry Fold in Raleigh NC! Our laundromat offers you a great place to do all your laundry at once! It’ll cut your laundry time in half so you can spend more time outdoors, enjoying the beautiful weather!

March 20, 2015
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Laundromat Tips

Laundry day at a coin-op laundry in Raleigh NC isn’t always the most fun thing you’ll do all week but it doesn’t have to be difficult, either! There are a few ways to help lessen your laundromat load by following the tips below!

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Dispel any odors.
According to goodhousekeeping.com, “Mildew and grime are common in laundromat washers, and since so many people use them, you never know what your clothes might smell like at the end of the rinse cycle. Add distilled white vinegar to a Downy ball and toss it in with your load. It will help eliminate residual stink from others’ washes (and any odors in your clothes, too.)”

Detergent pods.
Stop lugging that heavy bottle of liquid detergent or box of powder detergent. Instead, bring a few detergent pods in a ziplock bag to help make the job easier!

Leave a basket.
While monitoring your load of laundry is recommended, we do understand the need for a coffee run. While you’re out, leave a basket next to the washer or dryer so the next person in line can put your clothes in there, should your run take too long.

Empty the lint trap.

Many people that use a coin-op laundry in Raleigh NC never think to clean out the lint. Doing so will cut your drying time in half and save you money in the process! Always be sure to check the trap first, even when it’s already been emptied!

Fluff and Fold.
Fluff and fold your clothing or towels right as you take them out of the dryer and then place them folded, in your basket. Otherwise, you’ll be doing a ton of ironing when you get home!

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If you’re in need of some extra help with laundry and aren’t sure where to find it, visit Laundry Express, coin-op laundry in Raleigh NC! In addition to being a full service laundromat, we also offer wash dry fold services in Raleigh NC and dry cleaning, as well! Stop by our facility, today to take advantage of state of the art washing machines, dryers and other laundry services!

March 15, 2015
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Tips for Laundromat Visits

Laundromats are great for various reasons. For starters, those that live in apartments or homes that don’t have washer and dryer facilities must use a Raleigh laundromat to do their laundry, at least once a week. In addition, laundromats are great for extra laundry loads or items that are too big to fit in our washers at home. Comforters, pet beds, and more often take up too much room and aren’t able to get perfectly clean in our washers.

If you’re not a regular at the laundromat, it’s probably a bit scary for you. The facility is large and offers numerous washer and dryers. There are also other people there washing their laundry, too. Below, you’ll find a few tips that will help you make the most of your trip to the Raleigh laundromat!

Raleigh Laundromat Tips!

Sort Laundry at Home. The best way to save time while you’re at the laundromat is to sort all clothing at home. Put each pile in a different bag or pillowcase of a different color. Sort whites and darks, pants and shirts, or however you choose to sort your laundry!

Use your Own Detergent. Taking your personal detergent from home will save you money. The single-use packs offered for purchase at the Raleigh laundromat are expensive and are often too small for your load.

Check. Before throwing your laundry into a washer or dryer, make sure the appliances are clean. Sometimes, the insides of washers can get sticky with detergent residue, or worse, bleach. In addition, dryers can have dryer sheets left in them from previous users.

Check occupancy. If you’re not diligent enough to check for detergent residue, at least make it a point to check inside washers and dryers for someone else’s clothing or other laundered items. Even more, check for pens, chapsticks, and other items that could harm your clothing while they’re being washed or dried. You never know what can be left in pockets before they’re washed! Checking before using is key!

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If you’re running yourself ragged, trying to keep up with all the extra laundry, also be sure to check out our Raleigh Laundromat! We offer state of the art machines for washing and drying. We also offer laundry services that include dry cleaning, wash-dry-fold, and stain removal! Don’t fall behind on laundry when we are here to help! Visit us soon!

March 7, 2015
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Your Family Can Help with Laundry!

wash dry fold raleigh nc Laundry chores will never be the same again when you encourage your family to help out with the load! You might be thinking that it’s impossible to get the family to help you do all the laundry. They’re either too young, too busy, or are teenagers with better things to do! Fortunately, there are a few tips that will help make laundry chores easier for the whole family; no matter what excuse they have for not helping out!

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Invest in a few hanging laundry hampers to install in the laundry room. That way, kids can throw their laundry in the hampers according to the label! Even children that aren’t able to read yet can do this as long as they’re told which basket is which!
No room for hanging baskets? Flip a wire shelf upside down. Install it at an angle as a place to keep your baskets there. If you would rather, use the shelves to house detergents and other laundry essentials!
Install a fold-out ironing board.
Install fold-out drying racks or folding tables.
Add a backsplash for easier cleaning.
Hang up a reminder board to help with laundry routines, sorting, and any other laundry secrets and tips that might help family members out as they’re learning the new laundry routine!
Consider implementing a “Lost Socks” board or basket. It’s amazing how many lone socks are found in the dryer each time they’re washed!
Give everyone in your family a washable mesh bag for their socks to ensure that they all stay together when being washed.
Use pre-divided hampers and baskets so that each family member has their own laundry basket if they’re responsible for washing only their clothing.
Utilize the narrow space between the washer and dryer with a rolling storage cart.
Keep a jar for pocket finds.

Do you already let your family members help you with the laundry routine? If so, what other ideas do you have for those just starting out? For more information and tips from Laundry Express, wash dry fold in Raleigh NC, be sure to visit back with our blog soon!

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If you are too far behind on your laundry chores and need help catching up before implementing the new family laundry routine, stop by our Raleigh laundromat! We offer many different services including wash dry fold in Raleigh NC, dry cleaning, laundromat and more!