How to make clothes washed at home smell like they came from a laundry shop
Quick answer: laundry-shop clothes smell great mainly because they use products with a clear scent, the right dose for every load, a thorough rinse, then tumble-dry or dry them completely and fold them straight away. At home you can get close: choose a detergent with a clear floral scent, measure the dose, don’t overfill the drum and dry clothes somewhere airy so they don’t stay damp.
Why do laundry-shop clothes smell better?
- Every load is dosed correctly, neither skimped nor overdone.
- Clothes are dried straight away, so there’s no damp smell to overpower the fragrance.
- They’re folded and bagged while still warm, so the scent is sealed in.
- Machines are cleaned regularly, so drums don’t leave odours.
6 steps to fresh-smelling laundry at home
- Choose a detergent with a clear scent. A 2-in-1 cleans, softens and leaves fragrance in one wash.
- Measure the dose from the pack with the cap rather than guessing.
- Don’t overfill the drum. Clothes need room for detergent to reach them and rinse out.
- Hang clothes as soon as the cycle ends; don’t leave them wet in the drum.
- Dry in an airy, shaded spot. Long periods in strong sun make scent fade fast. In humid weather, use a fan or dehumidifier.
- Fold and store only when completely dry, in an uncrowded wardrobe.
Bonus tip: clean your washing machine
A drum with residue and mould makes clothes smell even with fragrant detergent. Wipe the door seal, rinse the detergent drawer and leave the door ajar after washing so the drum dries.
URA laundry liquid: a clear floral scent, never harsh
URA is Komlife’s 6-in-1 laundry liquid. It washes and softens in one go with no need for fabric softener, and works for hand washing and both top- and front-loading machines. Three floral scents:
| Scent | Character |
|---|---|
| Rose & Fresh Peach | Sweet and fresh |
| Camellia & Freesia | Elegant and gentle |
| Peony & Pear | Luxurious and alluring |
URA comes in a 3L pouch; follow the dose printed on the pouch.
If your household washes a lot and likes a richer floral scent, try the 2-in-1 detergent SPY Ultra Clean Plus in Golden Blossom or Blossom, in cans from 3.6kg to 5.2kg. See: Which 2-in-1 detergent leaves a long-lasting scent?
Read more: Floral laundry detergent: choosing a scent for your style and the season
Reviewed by: Vu Hoang Nam
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