Originally Posted by
Koyote
Zip up all zippers. If left unzipped, the teeth will abrade fabrics.
Optional: place everything in lingerie bags, and don't overstuff them. This will reduce mechanical abrasion in the washing machine.
^ This. I didn't even know mesh wash bags existed until I got married and saw my wife using them
I put my gloves and anything else with Velcro on it in one bag to prevent the Velcro from destroying other fabrics. I put my socks and sweat bands in another bag just to make it easier to get them out of the washer.
