At some point (in a galaxy, long long time ago) I learned to turn jeans, shorts and hoodies inside out when putting them into washing machine. For some reason, I don’t do the same with smaller, simple things like T-shirts and underwear.

I forgot what was the reasoning behind it, but when I think about it, can’t seem to come to a conclusion which way is better.

Is one way better than another and why?

  • As far as I am aware, this is only something you should do with certain garments and the only garments I know of where it’s a good idea are silk screened things (IE graphic Ts). Flipping them inside out, as well as only using cold water, helps keep the silk screening fresh so it doesn’t crack or peel.