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The Green Dorm Room Blog #1 of 5 - Bedding and Laundry
Aug 7, 2006

The Green Dorm Room Blog #1 of 5 - Bedding and Laundry
Annie’s Home Enlightenment Journal

 
DAY 1) 
This is a scenario you definitely want to avoid: my friend’s son came home from after his first semester of college after his first semester not having washed his sheets once. They practically stood up and walked they were so stiff with dirt. The kid claimed he didn’t know he was supposed to wash them. Woah! Before your kids go off to college, teach them the laundry basics!

Whatever their laundry know-how, you can help your teen have an eco-dorm room and the healthiest and best nights’ sleep if when they are in bed they are wrapped in natural fibers that are washed in eco-friendly, fragrance-free detergents. Here’s how:

Bedding
a)      Choose natural fiber sheets that are not permanent press.

b)      Buy new, 100 percent natural, preferably organic, wool or down pillow. (Avoid polyester or other synthetic pillows.)

b)  Choose natural blankets (cotton, wool) and if using a comforter, buy a natural one and avoid common comforters that are filled with polyester with treated cotton or polyester covers.

 
Resource:  Read the natural bed guide:



 
Laundry Products and Guidance

a)      Choose dye-and-scent-free laundry detergent.

b)      Avoid all fabric softeners and dryer sheets unless from a respected “green” brand such as Seventh Generation.

b)  Print out this list of 12 Effective Ways to Remove Laundry Stains


c)  Here are some tips for avoiding static cling, naturally:

http://www.care2.com/channels/solutions/home/1150
d)  Remove the new smell from back-to-school clothes:



 
Resource: 12 Laundry Tips for Maximum Energy Saving

http://www.care2.com/channels/solutions/home/236
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Susan M. (46) 		Wednesday August 9, 2006, 12:42 pm
I wish I would have had this when my son left for college! However, no one says it can't still work for his apartment! Thanks. SM, USVI

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