Do these work at eliminating static from synthetic materials like fleece and polyester?
890415
I use very little synthetics, but my undergarments are and they come out static free. I will tell you this, if you leave your load in the dryer and then run it again to remove wrinkles, you will get some static. The way to prevent that would be to dampen a washcloth and throw it in the dryer with the load (if you need to run it again to remove wrinkles). I like this product because it is completely natural and chemical free and with a decent size load, I don't notice hearing them thump in the dryer. Hope this helps!
890416
While others may have had different results, we haven't noticed any significant reduction in static, or shortened dry times. My wife is convinced that the advantages, if any, don't outweigh the significant "thumping" of the balls as they roll around in the dryer. We may have ourselves 6 new ornaments for the Christmas tree.
890417
they work quite well for all static - and are great overall. I have had these for about six months and will never use any others. I have used lots of different kinds, and these are the best by far. I used tennis balls for years, and then the hard rubber spikey dryer balls. I like these better coz they are soft/not hard like rubber and won't crack and wear out like they did either.
890418
I do get some static on things like nylon but then conventional dryer sheets, etc... don't do much better. I really like these and after getting used to fishing for them in each load, I MUCH prefer them to anything else.
890419
I am not sure about fleeces and polyesters. Sorry. I have only used them on other material types.
890420
I have been using these "woolzies balls" for the past year. I have experienced less static and faster drying cycles in my High Efficiency Samsung gas dryer. These are definitely are a green solution to eliminating the need for fabric softeners and dryer sheets. I recommend them highly and will continue using them. Too add extra separation to speed drying, I include my expired older balls for more separation of items to speed drying. I have never heard any thumping of these balls, because I run full loads to save on energy and everything else.
890421
To the best of my knowledge, it does eliminate static. I had not noticed it at first, but after the question, I paid more attention, and it does reduce static. Hope this helps
1067348
I do not have an answer for this question. I just know it works. It removes most horse odors from blankets that horses wear all winter (the horses do not get bathed all winter). It worked on a down filled coat that accidentally stayed wet all night. It does not seem to harm the fabric.
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Logically speaking it seems like it would, and I wondered the same thing. I think the manufacturer would be the best people to ask, with their scientific backgrounds. I think a cotton sheet that was normal to light weight would have a better chance of working than a thick flannel sheet, but I'm not too confident that a part polyester sheet would be as good at grounding. Just guesses on my part, but it seems this whole process depends on science and natural components for the grounding process to work as it does in nature itself by such things as walking barefoot on earth or sand.
590425
I have found this to work pretty well on furniture, not so well on clothes. Mostly I use it to remove cat fur from our couch and chair, and it does a pretty good job with that. I have not found it to be effective for normal lint on clothes. I don't have any wool coats to test on, so sorry I can't be more specific.
1567260
Doubt it's your iron producing the static. Do you use fabric softener or dryer sheets? That should eliminate the static. Also, a dry indoor climate adds to static as experienced in cold weather.
468290
I haven't noticed this at all with mine. My guess would be that your sheets or sleepwear is made of would be the culprit. The pillow cover is probably mostly/all polyester (I don't have the tag in front of me to look) If your sheets or sleepwear is also polyester the chance for static build up is fairly high. Your options are to replace the pillow cover with something all cotton, replace your sheets with something 100% cotton or try washing the pillow cover with some fabric softener to see if it helps reduce the static. Good luck!
1294539
In theory, yes. But you would only be able to walk as far as the leash (which would be about 18 inches). The anti-static strap only works when it is attached to a ground. In order to receive the anti-static benefits, you must be grounded. This is only intended for those sitting at a desk repairing computer component, and would not be a practical solution for day-to-day static electricity taming. Your best bet would be to invest in a humidifier.
1108423
I don't know. I used them only for very light applications, such as affixing reflective squares on outerwear. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
695911
I haven't tried them on clothes. I have used them on furniture, and I found they really don't work very well.
1808687
These will probably work just fine. I would only suggest letting them air out for a bit. I feel like products like these can have a plastic/disinfectant smell for a while. I doubt you want your winter wear taking that on.
1972287
I agree completely with the other answer on Feb 16th. I use tennis balls and aluminum foil balls to help with static but that helps only a little. Anything that will grab those balls, such as fitted sheets, get little effect from them in regards to static. Because static is such a problem for me, I'm doing some of my laundry with softener and am continuing to research best products that don't contribute chemicals. I do change out the foil balls about once a month, otherwise they start to break down. I am a SoapNut fan regardless of the complexity of my washdays! My husband has developed pretty sensitive skin but Nuts do help! I agree completely with the other answer on Feb 16th. I use tennis balls and aluminum foil balls to help with static but that helps only a little. Anything that will grab those balls, such as fitted sheets, get little effect from them in regards to static. Because static is such a problem for me, I'm doing some of my laundry with softener and am continuing to research best products that don't contribute chemicals. I do change out the foil balls about once a month, otherwise they start to break down. I am a SoapNut fan regardless of the complexity of my washdays! My husband has developed... » Read More I agree completely with the other answer on Feb 16th. I use tennis balls and aluminum foil balls to help with static but that helps only a little. Anything that will grab those balls, such as fitted sheets, get little effect from them in regards to static. Because static is such a problem for me, I'm doing some of my laundry with softener and am continuing to research best products that don't contribute chemicals. I do change out the foil balls about once a month, otherwise they start to break down. I am a SoapNut fan regardless of the complexity of my washdays! My husband has developed pretty sensitive skin but Nuts do help! « Show Less
763371
They reduce some of the background noise but not all of it. They are best at reducing regular noises like the hum from air conditioning or air-plane noise. I got them to try and reduce noise from people talking in my office but it didn't really help with that.
391060
No idea. I know they work for neutralizing closet odors. There's no smell, it just makes your closet smell fresh.
1443723
they are good for cleaning clothing, especially silk material. i have been using spot cleaning for even cashmere sweater. but i have no experience for the upholstered couches.
478181
It would probably work for that. I've used it on my daughter's hair to fight static.
2187512
Yes. But don't put anything else in with them or they will collect lint and will not function as well. Also don't use any fabric softener (dryer or washing), and only a small amount of detergent. It's not like you will destroy them if you put too much detergent in, but it is a small load, and that could be harsh on them. You may need to use a little more detergent if you have soaked up a lot of wax, such as if you used too much wax, or only used one cloth, or did multiple cars.
1426735
No, They are foam, not cotton, so you won't have threads of material coming off. This is important if you are cleaning electronics or small mechanisms.