Before washing, check and remove loose objects from clothes. Then, sort by colour and wash full loads to reduce the amount of water used and energy.

A very good tip that almost always works: To remove grease, very common on children's clothes, apply dishwashing liquid before washing.

For different kind of stains, soak the item in water, rub the stained area with Marseille soap, and leave it in direct sunlight for a few hours.

To whiten your clothes and remove heavy stains, pre-soak the items in sodium percarbonate and boiling water.

Turn each item inside out to protect its appearance, and fasten all buttons and zippers to prevent damage during the wash cycle. Wash at low temperatures and use neutral soap.

Whenever possible, use a clothesline to dry your clothes. This method reduces wear and tear since they are not exposed to the harsh temperatures of indoor dryers and does not consume energy.