How to Separate Laundry Properly

How to Separate Laundry Properly

24 July 2025 1 Min read
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Sorting laundry properly helps prevent color bleeding, fabric damage, and that dreaded sock mismatch.

1. Sort by Color, Fabric Type, and Soil Level

Keep whites, lights, and darks separate. For best results, separate heavily soiled items (like workout clothes or muddy socks) from lightly soiled ones to avoid spreading grime. Also split by fabric weight — towels don’t belong with tees.

2. Check Care Labels

Tide recommends always reviewing tags to identify special instructions like cold wash, gently cycle, or tumble dry low. Following these helps maintain the quality of each garment.

3. Choose the Right Settings

Hot for whites, cold for darks, and gentle cycles for delicates. Using a rental washer from Appliance Warehouse? Their machines are designed for easy setting selection.

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4. Don’t Overstuff the Machine

Too many clothes means uneven washing. Use appropriately sized loads and rotate laundry days to prevent backlogs — especially in shared spaces.

5. Load Up on Smart Supplies

From color-catcher sheets to mesh bags, the right tools make sorting easier. Grab what you need through Perpay, and pay over time with no credit hit.

A few smart habits making sorting laundry less of a chore — and way easier on your wardrobe.

How to Conserve Water and Energy While Doing Laundry

How to Conserve Water and Energy While Doing Laundry

17 July 2025 2 Min read
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Small changes in your laundry routine can save water, cut electricity use, and lower your utility bills — all without sacrificing clean clothes.

1. Wash Full Loads

Washing half loads wastes water and energy. Wait until you have a full load to make the most of each cycle.

2. Use Cold Water

Heaing water accounts for the bulk of energy used in laundry. Cold water cleans just find for most loads — and is gentler on clothes.

3. Air-Dry When You Can

Air-drying saves electricity and extends the life of your clothes. Even doing this once a week makes a difference.

4. Upgrade Your Equipment (If Allowed)

Older machines use more water and power. If your building permits it, Appliance Warehouse offers energy-efficient washer and dryers for rent — no major upfront costs required.

5. Shop Smarter for Laundry Supplies

Eco-friendly detergents and dryer balls can boost efficiency. On a budget? Perpay lets you pay over time without interest or fees.

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Laundry may be routine, but it’s also a place where your habits — and your choices — can make a real impact.

Top 5 Laundry Room Etiquette Tips

Top 5 Laundry Room Etiquette Tips

10 July 2025 2 Min read
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Using a shared laundry room? A little courtesy goes a long way. These quick tips help you keep the peace — and your clothes clean.


Be Prompt

    Don’t leave your laundry sitting in the machine. When using one of our CSC apps (CSC GO/CSC Pay), you’ll be alerted when your laundry cycle is complete, and can add dryer time remotely if you need more time.

    Clean Up After Yourself

      Wipe down machines, remove lint, and toss dryer sheets. It’s simple, respectful, and ensures a better experience for everyone.

      Don’t Move Others’ Laundry

        Even if a washer’s been idle for a while, wait it out if you can.

        Drop Laundry Pods Into the Drum — Not the Detergent Drawer

          Laundry pods are designed to go straight into the washer drum with your clothes. Placing them in the detergent drawer can lead to clogs, since the pod’s wrapper may not fully dissolve — and that can create problems for the next person using the machine.

          Don’t Assume a Broken Machine Has Been Reported

            Putting an “out of order” sign on a machine is great, but don’t stop there. CSC can’t fix what we don’t know about! If you come across a machine that’s not working, take a moment to submit a quick service request in your laundry app. It’s fast, easy, and ensures everyone gets access to properly functioning machines.

            Laundry day doesn’t have to be stressful. With a little awareness — and a few smart tools — everyone can have a better wash-day experience.

            How to Keep Towels Softer Longer

            How to Keep Towels Softer Longer

            27 June 2025 1 Min read
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            Keeping your towels soft and plush doesn’t require luxury detergent— just a few smart laundry habits and tools can make a big difference.

            1. Wash with Care

            Use warm (not hot) water and avoid fabric softeners that coat fibers. Instead, choose gentle detergents — if you’re looking to stock up, Perpay lets you shop now and pay over time with no interest, making routine care more budget-friendly.

            2. Dry Low and Slow

            High heat weakens fibers. Use a low-heat cycle when possible. 

            3. Use Dryer Balls

            Consider upping your laundry game with dryer balls, which help to fluff the towels as they dry and reduces dry time.

            With the right habits and partner perks, soft towels are within easy reach— even in shared laundry setups. Some of the most-used items in your bathroom are also the easiest to forget when it comes to cleaning. From towels to shower curtains, it’s important to wash these essentials more often than you might think—not just for hygiene, but to help them last longer, too.