If your clothes are turning blue in the dryer, it is likely due to one of the following reasons:
New or Dark-Colored Jeans: The most common reason for clothes turning blue in the dryer is the presence of new or dark-colored jeans or denim items in the load. Dark-colored denim can release dye during washing and drying, especially during the first few washes. The released dye can transfer onto other clothes in the same load, causing them to turn blue.
Color Bleeding from Clothing: Some clothing items, especially those with poor colorfastness or low-quality dyes, may bleed color when exposed to heat in the dryer. This bleeding can cause the dye to transfer from one garment to another, resulting in discoloration.
Overloading the Dryer: Overloading the dryer can lead to inadequate air circulation, preventing the dryer from effectively removing loose dye particles or preventing clothes from rubbing against each other. This friction and lack of airflow can cause dye transfer.
**Dye Transfer from Lint: Lint can accumulate in the dryer, especially when the lint filter is not cleaned regularly. If the lint contains loose dye particles from previously dried clothes, it can transfer onto the current load, causing discoloration.
To prevent clothes from turning blue in the dryer, consider taking the following measures:
Sort Laundry: Separate dark-colored items, especially new jeans, from other laundry to prevent dye transfer. Wash them separately a few times before mixing them with other clothes.
Check Clothing Labels: Follow the care instructions on clothing labels. If an item warns about color bleeding, wash it separately or with like colors.
Clean the Dryer Regularly: Regularly clean the lint filter and the inside of the dryer to prevent dye particles from accumulating and transferring onto clothes.
Avoid Overloading: Avoid overloading the dryer to allow proper airflow and prevent clothes from rubbing against each other excessively.
By taking these precautions and being mindful of the clothing items you put together in a load, you can minimize the risk of clothes turning blue or experiencing any other color transfer in the dryer.