Experts have revealed just one change to make to your washing machine in order to ensure clothes stay looking better for longer

Doing the laundry should breathe fresh life into our wardrobes, eliminating stains and unpleasant odours from our garments. Yet all too often, clothing emerges from the wash frayed, misshapen or otherwise worse for wear.

Washing machines can harm fabrics and release microfibres into wastewater, accelerating garment ageing and weakening textile structures. Fortunately, a simple change to your laundry routine can significantly extend the lifespan of your clothes.

Researchers conducted experiments using various wash cycles on a collection of T-shirts to determine the optimal settings. Scientists from the University of Leeds analysed water samples from each wa

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