40 Uses For Dryer Sheets (Outside Of The Dryer)

Our laundry isn’t quite the same when we skip out on dryer sheets. They make our clothes smell amazing and prevent us from walking around with embarrassing static cling. They are a crucial part of the laundry process.

But dryer sheets don’t only belong in the dryer. They can be just as amazing outside of the dryer. They can even do all sorts of things that have nothing to do with laundry.

That’s why you should always have a box in the house. From cleaning to making things smell good, dryer sheets can do a ton of good around the house. These little sheets can do a lot more than you ever thought they could do.

Remove Deodorant Marks

Wearing deodorant is important if you want to stay fresh. But it can sometimes leave those annoying streak marks on your clothing. You can easily rub them away by wiping the marks with a dryer sheet.

Get Rid Of Pet Hair

Pet hair can be a nightmare to get up. And no one wants to have to bust out the vacuum every five minutes. Dryer sheets can easily help you wipe off some pet hair from clothing, furniture, lampshades, and other household items.

Fan Air Freshener

Want to improve the air circulation and smell in a room at the same time? Use a dryer sheet. Just place one up against your fan while the fan is on. The force of the fan will make the sheet cling to the back of your fan and will pull the pretty scent through the sheet and into your room.

Fix Dirty Scissors

Scissor blades can get dirty over time. This makes them harder to cut with. Run a dryer sheet over the blades. This will remove residue and lubricate them. It may even sharpen them up a bit.

Clean Off Electronics

Is your computer and cell phone screen looking nasty? Wipe it clean with dryer sheets. They are gentle enough to not scratch your screens.

Clean Bugs Off Your Car

Have a bunch of dead dried bugs on your windshield and/or front bumper? Grab a dryer sheet. It will scrape those yucky things off without damaging the paint.

Get Crayon Off Of The Walls

Is your child using your walls as a canvas or coloring paper? If they were drawing with crayons then you’re in luck. Use a dryer sheet to make crayon marks disappear.

Dust Furniture

Dryer sheets work great for dusting furniture. That’s because it does double duty. Dust is attracted to the sheet making it easy to clean. But the sheets also leave behind a residue that repels dust.

Stop Hat Hair Head

Want to wear a hat without looking crazy when you take it off? Rub the inside of your hat with a dryer sheet. It will prevent the static cling when you take your hat off.

Clean Your Iron

Has your iron seen better days? You can remove all the built-up gunk on it with a dryer sheet. Just place a sheet on your ironing board and put your iron on its lowest setting. When the iron is warm, run it over the dryer sheet until all the grime is gone and your iron is nice and clean.

Make Firestarters

You can use your used dryer sheets and dryer lint for this one. Shove them inside a toilet paper tube and pinch the ends so it doesn’t fall out. Light one end and use it to start a campfire.

Prevent A Soil Mess

Our planters can make quite a mess if the drainage holes in the bottom are too large. Dirt can spill out everywhere. Place dryer sheets over the holes so water can pass through but the soil stays in.

Get Rid Of Soap Scum

Have some stubborn soap scum? Let dryer sheets help you to get rid of it. Dampen with some water and use your dryer sheet to easily scrub away the soap scum.

Buff Chrome

Is your chrome still looking a bit streaky after you cleaned it? Let a dryer sheet shine it up. Just wipe the sheet over your cleaned chrome for a streak-free shine and buff.

Stop Frizzy Hair

Tired of frizzy and static cling hair? Push a dryer sheet over the top of your hair brush. Brush your hair as you normally would to prevent cling.

Make the Bathroom Smell Nice

Let dryer sheets help your bathroom smell a bit better. Shove a new dryer sheet inside your toilet paper roll. Every time someone uses the roll and spins it, the dryer sheet will freshen the room.

Make a Sachet

Use dryer sheets to create a sachet. Just fill it with some potpourri or dried flowers and tie it off. Place it in your shoes, gym bag, or sock drawer.

Clean Dirty Pots And Pans

Have pots and pans with some seriously caked on burnt food? Place a dryer sheet at the bottom and cover with water. Leave for a few hours. It should easily come off.

Car Air Freshener

Does your car have a funky smell? Get rid of it with a dryer sheet. Just tape it over your car air vent to freshen up your car.

Don’t Let Thread Tangle

If you sew a lot by hand, you’ll know that your thread can get tangled while you sew. You can prevent this with dryer sheets. Just pull your thread in between a dryer sheet and it won’t get tangled.

Prevent Bug Bites

Want bugs to leave you alone? Tie a dryer sheet to your belt loop or put it in your pocket. You can also leave them in areas of your home that attract bugs.

Clean Your Glasses

Are your glasses looking filthy? You don’t need to buy microfiber cloths. Dryer sheets will work just as well.

Keep Mice Out

Have some unwanted mice guests in your home? Try using dryer sheets to send them packing. Keep them in places they frequent and use them to plug up holes where they might enter.

Stop Your Shoes From Stinkin’

Got stinky shoes? Put dryer sheets inside them overnight. They will stink no more.

Polish Glass and Mirror

Want your mirrors and glass to really sparkle? Give them a once over with a dryer sheet after you clean them. The results will really impress you and those who visit your home.

Keep Camping Gear Smelling Fresh

Want your camping gear to stay fresh after washing? Place some dryer sheets in between your sleeping bags before you store them. This will prevent any musty or stales smells when you’re ready to use them again.

House Air Freshener

Want to effortlessly freshen the air in your home? Use dryer sheets. Just place one inside the vents in your home.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner

All out of toilet bowl cleaner? You can use dryer sheets instead. Just let a few sit inside your bowl for a few hours. Remove them and scrub clean.

Clean Oven Racks

Are your oven racks looking nasty? They can be really tough to clean. You can cut through all that grease with some dish soap, dryer sheets, and elbow grease. Just wash clean afterwards.

Fresh Smelling Trash Cans

Is your trash can getting stinky? Pop some dryer sheets in the bottom underneath your bag. This will keep the smell down.

Make a Sploof

Want to smoke without the smell? Shove some dryer sheets inside an empty toilet paper tube and leave one covering on end. Blow your smoke through the opposite side. The smoke will come out the other end smelling nice.

Substitute Swifter Sheet

Out of Swifter sheets? You can use a dryer sheet in a pinch. They’re really good at attracting dust and dirt.

Have Great Smelling Furniture

Is someone in your home filling your furniture with farts? You can combat this with dryer sheets. Just place some under your couch cushions and other discreet areas of your furniture.

Easy Clean Paint Brushes

Place your paint brushes in a bucket with warm water. Drop a dryer sheet in and let it sit for a while. This will help the paint slide right off.

Stop Squeaky Sneakers

Do you have sneakers that make noise when they walk? Rub a dryer sheet along the bottom of them. This should stop the squeaking.

Protect Ornaments

Some of spend a lot of money on our holiday decorations. So, we want to make sure they’re safe in storage. You can wrap them in used dryer sheets to keep them protected.

Keep Luggage Fresh

Don’t let your luggage get a stinky stale smell. Keep dryer sheets inside of it. Do it when you’re using it and when you’re not.

Use For Embroidery

You can turn a dryer sheet into a work of art. Use it as a canvas for embroidered art. You can sew right into it.

Freshen up The Dirty Laundry Basket

Your laundry basket can get pretty stinky if you leave dirty laundry in it for too long. Dryer sheets can help. Just stick one at the bottom of your basket.

Remove Glitter Polish

Glitter or gel nail polish can take FOREVER to get off. Use a dryer sheet instead of cotton balls. Just wet one with nail polish remover and go to town.

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