Ok – I’ll admit it:  I’m a Laundry Nazi.  My routine is not to be trifled with – and that includes the use of fabric softener and dryer sheets.

There’s Thousands of uses for dryer sheets – but it occurred to me one day when folding some towels, the dryer sheet still contained some “freshness”, even after a complete towel drying cycle.  So I put an empty tissue box next the washer and dryer and began placing the used dryer sheets into this box.  After accumulating more of these than I care to admit, I began putting them into my storage tubs of Home Staging Accessories.

Many times, I would show up to a job after driving through Central Texas Summer, and the smell of plastic tub would greet me upon opening each one.  By adding 1 or 2 dryer sheets to the tub, I am now greeted by Garden Fresh!  There are also great in Space Bags, and really important for towels and sheets.  [Note: A fragrant candle works as well, but in the TX heat, they melt, and lose oils and ruin every thing]

So, as a Home Seller, I recommend putting a used dryer sheet in each and every box.  This will help stave off any stale-box smell that may occur over time, especially if you are using Recycled Moving Supplies from some one like my favorite, Ecobox in Round Rock.  And – if you hire The Stage Coach for one of their “Sweep it Clean” services, besides bringing our own boxes and packing, we will also bring along out handy box of dryer sheets!

But wait: there’s more!  I learned from the manager of my storage unit that dryer sheets will ward off some insects, like crickets, who like to nest in boxes and furniture.

For even more used for dryer sheets, check out the Clever Stories section on Bounce’s web page.

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