While some people are laundry experts and always seem to know which cycle, temperature, and products to use on each load, others muddle their way through the chore without much knowledge of how to keep their clothes looking their best. Whether you’re an expert or a novice though: you should know about steam cleaning. Read on to learn what steam cleaning is, how it works, and when you should do it!

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What is steam cleaning?

Steam cleaning involves the use of steam for cleaning. When it comes to laundry, a washing machine incorporates steam into the cycle to rid clothing of stains or odors. When used without detergents or other artificial products, steam cleaning is a very eco-friendly way of cleaning.

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Steam can be used in a washing machine during the pre-wash, wash, and post-wash phases. During the pre-wash phase, steam is released into the machine with the water to help soak fabrics thoroughly. During the wash phase, the steam’s high heat cleans more effectively while also working to dissolve the detergent more effectively. Finally, in the post-wash phase, steam increases the temperature of the wash to sterilize and soften clothes and remove wrinkles that might have formed while the clothes were tossed around in the washbasin.

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How does it work?

Steam is a one-of-a-kind sanitizer that is both gentle and penetrating at the same time.

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Because steam can reach temperatures higher than the boiling point of water, it can kill germs and sanitize clothing. Its high temperature and moisturizing properties are also highly effective at breaking the bonds of dirt and other stains or odor-producing materials.

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When should you steam clean?

You can steam clean your clothing at every wash if your machine allows it and you don’t mind a little extra time being added to the cycle.

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Steam washing your clothing is a sure-fire way to get it looking as fresh and clean as possible. You can also set your washer in an empty steam cycle to clean the washbasin every couple of months to prevent the build-up of detergent or soap scum that can cling to clothing.

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Steam cleaning your clothing is a great way to make sure that your items are fresh, clean, and odor-free as you head out into the world. Check your washing machine today to see if it offers a steam cycle, and if not, consider upgrading the next time you get a new machine!

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

So you're traveling, or your iron broke, or you just can't be bothered to buy one. Thats okay! There are plenty of ways to get those pesky wrinkles out of your clothes. 

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1. Use a blow dryer

Turning your blow dryer on high heat and hitting your wrinkled outfit hard will get rid of those wrinkles. The heat from the dryer along with the strong air releases the wrinkle in almost no time. 

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2. Use the dryer

Toss your clothes in the dryer for a quick spin if the care instructions allow. The heat and tumbling will have your clothes coming out wrinkle-free. (Just don't forget to take them out right when the cycle is done!)

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3. Wrinkle release spray

Wrinkle-release spray is a godsend when on the go. The formula relaxes fabric and dries quickly so you can be crease-free, almost anywhere. They make travel-size bottles of this, which we HIGHLY suggest picking up. 

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4. Turn on the shower

Hanging your clothes outside of your steamy shower will help release wrinkles while you’re getting ready for your event.

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5. Hair straightener

Your hair straightener is probably the closest to an iron if you think about it. Using the hot plates to smooth the fabric is super quick and easy– just make sure the temperature is right for your fabric. (We do not want any burns or holes in your favorite shirt)

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How to prevent wrinkles in the first place

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1. Remove clothes from the dryer as soon as they're done

If your clothes cool down while bunched up, they're sure to have wrinkles when you pull them out of the dryer. Take them out as soon as the dryer beeps and hang or fold them to prevent creasing. 

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2. Roll clothes instead of folding them when packing your suitcase

When traveling, it’s easy to start digging through your bag and looking for your favorite shorts. This can lead to a pile of clothes that is zipped up and tossed around for the remainder of your travels. Instead, when packing, roll all of your clothes so they are tight and visible in your suitcase. This method is actually proven to give you more room in your bag as well. 

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3. Use the right amount of laundry detergent

Using too much laundry detergent in your washing machine can leave your clothes feeling crunchy and creased. Make sure to read the measuring directions on your detergent to prevent this. 

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4. Don’t overload your washing machine

Much like putting too much detergent in your washing machine, overloading it with clothes can also cause wrinkling issues. Detergent cannot disperse correctly when your drum is jam-packed so keep this in mind next time you try to squeeze everything into one load. 

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

Folding a fitted sheet can be the most frustrating part of doing laundry. The elastic edges and odd shape of the sheet often make it difficult to achieve a neat and tidy fold. But, with a few simple techniques and some practice, you can master the art of fitted sheet folding. In this blog post, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of folding a fitted sheet, providing helpful tips and tricks along the way.

What are the Benefits of Folding a Fitted Sheet Properly?

Keeps your Linen Closet Organized

• Neatly folded fitted sheets take up less space in your linen closet, allowing you to fit more sheets and towels
• Using the correct folding technique makes it easy to find the sheet you need without creating a mess

Prevents Wrinkles and Creases

• Proper folding helps to minimize wrinkles and creases in your fitted sheets, ensuring they look crisp and fresh when you use them

Saves Time and Effort

• Once you master the art of folding a fitted sheet, it becomes a quick and effortless task, saving you time and frustration

Our Step-by-Step Guide on How to Fold Fitted Sheets (Step by Step) 

Step 1: Start by Holding the Sheet Inside Out

• Locate the two corners of one of the long sides of the sheet that have the elastic band.
• Hold the sheet with the elastic facing out, and with one hand in each of these corners.

Step 2: Bring the Corners Together

• Bring your right hand over to the other, joining the two corners together.
• Flip the corner in your right hand over the corner in your left hand, tucking one corner into the other.

Step 3: Fold the Sheet in Half

• With the corners still held together, position your hands so that your left hand is holding the matched corners from inside.
• Use your right hand to straighten the edges, and tuck the next corner into itself, creating a longer rectangle.

Step 4: Fold the Sheet in Half Again

• Fold the sheet in half once more, this time folding it widthwise and tucking the 2nd corner into the first.

Step 5: Finish the Fold

• Lay the sheet down, with seams facing up.
• Fold the rectangular sheet into a compact square, and you're done!

Check out this video from HGTV for a visual! 

Additional Tips and Tricks

Use a Flat Surface

• Folding a fitted sheet on a flat surface, such as a table or bed, will make the process easier and more efficient.

Practice Makes Perfect

• Don't get discouraged if your first few attempts at folding a fitted sheet don't turn out perfectly. With practice, you will become more skilled and efficient.

Store Sheets Together

• To keep your linen closet organized, store the fitted sheet, flat sheet, and pillowcases for each set together.

Conclusion

Folding a fitted sheet doesn't have to be a daunting task. By following the step-by-step guide and implementing the additional tips and tricks, you can achieve a perfectly folded fitted sheet every time. With a little practice, you'll be able to impress your friends and family with your neat and organized linen closet. So, say goodbye to messy, wrinkled sheets and hello to a great folding technique.

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Life is full of surprises. There are the good surprises, like a birthday party you weren’t expecting or a brand new puppy to pet, and then there are the not-so-fun surprises like accidentally shrinking your favorite sweater in the dryer. While there’s not a lot we can do to avoid these unpleasant moments, with a little knowledge and a lot of diligence, we can avoid making the kind of laundry mistakes that lead to teeny- tiny shirts. Check out the list below for five things you should never- ever put in the dryer.

1. Swimsuits

While it can be tempting to pop a sopping wet suit in the dryer after a long day in the pool, doing so will break down the spandex and leave you with a stretched suit that just doesn’t fit anymore. Instead of tumble-drying a swimsuit, hang it to dry somewhere out of direct sunlight (so it doesn’t fade), and be patient as it dries.

2. Bras or other delicate lingerie

Most bras and other lingerie items are simply too delicate to go in a dryer. The heat of the dryer will cause your items to lose their shape and become droopy and unwearable. Instead of washing and drying your delicate items in the machine, handwash them in the sink or tub with a little bit of laundry detergent, and then lay them flat to dry.

3. Halloween costumes

While there are some Halloween costumes that you can probably pop in the dryer without too much consequence, it’s always better to be safe than sorry as many costumes are made of delicate fabrics or spandex or have small plastic pieces that may melt away in the dryer. Follow the care instructions on your Halloween costume tag, or if it’s a homemade costume, use all caution when thinking about washing and drying your item.

4. Tights

Tights are just too delicate to throw into the dryer. After hand-washing them or washing them in a garment bag on the delicate cycle of your washing machine, hang them to dry or lay them flat somewhere they won’t be exposed to too much heat. Taking the time to hang dry your tights will prevent the sort of runs and tangles that could potentially ruin your favorite pair.

5. Rubber-backed bathmats

While experts recommend washing your bathmat every week or so, it’s important to be careful with how you wash and dry your bathmat. The rubber backing can break down in the heat of the dryer. The last thing you want is a melty, rubbery, cotton situation in your dryer. 

When it comes to your favorite t-shirt and your coziest blanket, the dryer is usually your best friend. However, use caution when applying intense heat to specific items. Other items that didn’t make this list because they’re made from delicate and sophisticated materials like cashmere, wool, silk, velvet, and leather should always be dry cleaned. A good rule of thumb is to always check the laundry tags before washing. The more you know!

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In the midst of planning your next getaway? Whether you’re headed overseas for two weeks, hitting the highway for a road trip to the beach, or planning a staycation at a fancy hotel — we want to make sure you prepare like a true jet-setter. These 5 simple tips are guaranteed to up your suitcase-packing game:

Roll, roll, roll your clothes.

If you already aren’t a clothes roller, it’s time you become one. Rolling your clothes takes extra time, yes, but the benefits are worth it. (The Army even does it!)  Not only will you be able to fit more clothes in your suitcases (go ahead, throw in that oh-so-cute dress you just bought), but rolling your clothes is a great pack hack to drastically reduce wrinkles in your luggage. The fewer wrinkles on your clothes, the less time you have to spend ironing in a hotel room.

Freshen up your suitcase.

Whether you’re carrying a giant suitcase with four wheels or a small duffle bag, keep things fresh by making your travel bag smell like a fresh load of laundry (the best, right?). Make sure to throw in a dryer sheet or two and let the fresh smell waft throughout your bag. Not only will it make your bag smell good, but it will keep your clothes feeling fresh — like they just came out of the dryer. Pack a few extra dryer sheets too, so you can toss them into your dirty clothes pile when you’re traveling home.

Reusable bags are your friend.

Sure, you may be going on vacation with your best friend but you must make any and all zip-close bags your other bestie if you want a spill-proof vacation. Put all of your liquids in a separate enclosed bag (and seal it tight), so if a spill happens — you don’t have sunscreen covering your socks and foundation makeup splattered on your favorite white linen dress.

Don’t forget a shower cap.

Yes, shower caps are great for the shower but we have an even better idea for them while traveling: putting your traveling shoes with the bottoms facing down into the shower cap. Why do this? First, your feet get around… so this prevents the bottom of your shoes from rubbing against your clean vacation clothes. Also, shower caps can tighten around shoes, so you know the dirty bottoms of your favorite sneakers won’t contaminate the rest of your precious belongings. These are always available at hotels too, so you might not even have to bring your own! 

Pack a pillowcase.

Whether you’re on a super sweaty beach vacation or hiking up a frosty mountain, your clothes are going to get dirty. Bring an extra pillowcase (you know you have a spare in your linen closet somewhere) so you can easily toss your dirty underwear, socks, t-shirts, bathing suits, and delicates in a designated space. Your 2ULaundry bags also make exceptional travel laundry bags because once you get home, half the job of preparing your 2U pickup is already done. When packing to go home, throw in one of those dryer sheets we talked about voila — you’ve got at least a fresh-smelling dirty laundry bag.

There are lots of reasons to become a packing pro, but making sure your clothing is cared for every step of the way is always our top priority at 2ULaundry. Wherever your summer travels take you, make sure to follow these packing tips (the shower cap is our favorite travel hack) so that your suitcase or duffle bag is in shape for a successful getaway.

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When you’re doing laundry, there are a lot of choices to make. What laundry cycle should I use? What clothing can be tossed in the washer versus washing by hand? When am I going to put away all of these freshly-folded clothes? Perhaps no question is tougher than whether or not you should use scented laundry detergent or fragrance-free laundry detergent. Before you head to the grocery store to purchase your next laundry product, let’s look at the pros and cons of each:

Fragrance-Free Laundry Detergent

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Fragrance-free laundry detergent has recently gained popularity among those seeking a more natural approach to cleaning. By eliminating unnecessary fragrance, fragrance-free laundry detergent offers a gentle yet effective cleaning solution that is suitable for those with sensitivities or allergies. 

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PROS: 

• It’s recognized as the best for those who might have allergies, sensitive skin, or a sensitivity to fragrances. 
• It is a blank slate, so you can choose to add scents that are your favorites by using essential oils to the detergent for a more natural scented approach. 
• There are some essential oils that are well-equipped to help with your laundry if you want to keep it natural including:

• Lemon: antibacterial and antiviral
• Tea-tree:antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial, and antimicrobial
• Bergamot: antibacterial, antibiotic, and antiseptic
• Lavender: antibacterial and anti-odor
• Eucapyptus: antiseptic and antibacterial

CONS: 

• Without scent, your laundry might not smell “clean”, even if it has gone through the wash.
• Some items might even have the opposite effect of fragrance and end up smelling musty. 
• Keep in mind, some “unscented” detergents actually use additives to neutralize the original scent of the formula. Always read the label of your detergent if you are worried about chemicals.

Fragrance-Added Laundry Detergent

Scented laundry detergent, on the other hand, has its own benefits. Some say that there is no better smell than that of freshly cleaned clothes. Most often, when people refer to the fresh scent of clean laundry, they’re actually referring to the scent of fragrance added to laundry detergent. 

The scent that lingers on your clothes can give you a fresh feeling and can also help mask any lingering odors, leaving your laundry smelling clean and pleasant. Scented laundry detergents often come in a variety of captivating scents, allowing you to personalize your laundry experience and indulge your senses. 

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PROS: 

• If you don’t need gentle formulas, scented laundry detergent is a great option for you!
• Scent adds a comforting and clean feeling to your laundry.
• We all know the best part of doing laundry is smelling your still warm, fragrant clothes fresh out of the dryer. Scented laundry detergent is one of the only ways to ensure that magical feeling.

CONS:

• Usually, scented laundry detergents use harsher formulas than fragrance-free detergents.
• Fragrances can leave overbearing scents on clothes if not washed out thoroughly.

Whether or not you choose to use fragrance-added or fragrance-free laundry detergent is up to your personal preference. Keep these facts in mind and know that just because an item smells clean, might not indicate that it’s actually clean. Whatever you do though, your laundry will smell its freshest if you move it from the washer to the dryer promptly and make sure that your washing machine is running clean.

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Whatever business you’re running, a commercial or business laundry service partner is one of the most important partnerships you can make. If you are still debating whether or not to take the plunge into a commercial laundry service partnership, here are some tips to help you learn more about the benefits of a business laundry service partnership!

The Top 5 Differences Between a Business Laundry Service vs Doing The Laundry Yourself

You wouldn’t hesitate to hire a plumber when the pipes are leaking, right? Would you hesitate to hire a web developer to help build and maintain your website, right?

Why would you hesitate to hire a commercial laundry service to help with your business’s laundry? Hiring a professional laundry service comes with plenty of benefits and perks – ranging from the equipment, process, and efficiency used. Let’s explore the 5 key differences between commercial laundry service vs doing the laundry yourself:

#1: Less Time and Hassle On Your End

With work, social, and family responsibilities contributing to your busy daily life, the last thing that you want to worry about is staying on top of your laundry chores. Lucky for you, all of the time spent sorting, folding, and transferring your laundry is gone with the help of a professional laundry service, all of which will save you time and hassle in the long run.

#2: Much Higher Load Capacity

The chances are your home has just one washer and dryer available to wash your linens in, which isn’t always enough to do all of the laundry needed for your business or family. Professional-grade washers can withstand much larger loads without the risk of breaking over constant use as a piece of at-home washing equipment would.

#3: Money Saved On Replacing Washer

There is no denying that the upfront cost of commercial laundry services is greater than that of an at-home job. However, it is important to note that there is ample money saved in other ways. Not only will outsourcing your laundry save you on the money it would take to replace an overused washer at home, but there is also no need to constantly purchase detergents, dryer sheets, and other smaller laundry fees that add up across the years.

#4: More Thorough and Precise Clean

Even if you’re using the best of at-home laundry techniques, there is nothing quite like the level of cleanliness accomplished through a professional clean. This is because commercial laundry services have stronger detergents and higher-quality washing and drying equipment to get the job done right and clear away pesky stains each and every time.

On top of that, the team of professionals found at commercial laundry services knows exactly how to handle a variety of materials, linens, and clothes to achieve the best clean possible.

2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

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At 2ULaundry, we’re committed to providing a quality experience for all of our laundry & dry cleaning customers, unlocking more free time with each pickup. The team has been hyper-focused on pivoting to still provide the same level of service while navigating the updates around COVID-19. Due to the unique set of circumstances that we’re all attempting to navigate, our team took a moment to assess the overall future of 2U.

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In January, the team rallied behind the launch of our third market, Raleigh! We have spent the last three months or so building out the team, getting our 2U vans on the road, and providing our customers with a best-in-class laundry & dry cleaning service.

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Unfortunately, we didn’t have quite enough runway to sustain and then grow a new market during these uncertain times. And as a company, we have to be able to provide a quality experience to our customers, which has proven to be more complicated as customer behaviors have adjusted. At this time, we have decided to suspend all service in Raleigh, indefinitely.

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2ULaundry will end service in Raleigh, effective Friday, March 27.

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Our last pickups in Raleigh will be Thursday, March 26.

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This is an extremely tough decision that wasn’t made lightly. We wanted to fully understand the impact on our team and the lives we’ve already changed before even considering the possibility of an exit.

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“And we haven’t totally given up on Raleigh, it’s still an exciting market for us. As we all figure out our new normal, the team plans to revisit our return to the Triangle Area.” –Alex Smereczniak

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As a startup, we were (naturally) excited about the growth and amped to get the chance to get our feet under us as we focused on expanding, changing the way folks take care of their clothing in an area as progressive as Raleigh. The full implications of COVID-19 are yet to be determined, but we plan to still be around for years to come. And our service suspension in Raleigh will help guarantee that for us.

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“Who knows, we may be back soon! But we wanted to give ourselves a chance to provide the best service possible to all of our customers while ensuring we’re setting ourselves up for future success.” – Dan Daquisto

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Thank you to all of those Raleigh customers that tried 2U since January. And those few customers who still have items in our possession have received additional communications about their delivery. Any outstanding gift card balances or bag bundles will be refunded for the total remaining value. If you have any questions along the way, our team is ready to support in any way we can. Reach out to us in our Mobile App, via SMS at 545-55, or email us at Care@2ULaundry.com.

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We look forward to continuing to serve our Charlotte and Atlanta customers for years to come, as we all navigate these challenging times.

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Alex & Dan, Co-Founders of 2ULaundry

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At 2ULaundry, we’re committed to not only providing a quality service but also being transparent every step of the way. Currently, we are following the developments around COVID-19 very closely and want to keep you updated on the measures we’re taking to protect our valued employees and our customers. We also wanted to provide our customers with the most recent information about service updates and impacted schedules. We’ll use this blog post as the main source of information for 2U’s response to COVID-19.

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Our Team

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First, we are advising any employee who feels any sign of the symptoms to stay home for a minimum of 14 days, based on the guidelines communicated from the CDC. With our unlimited vacation policy, our employees can focus on getting healthy and not worry about any financial impact.
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Additionally, we have provided employees with an excess of the items meant to help keep us all safer, including hand sanitizer, gloves, and face masks. We’ve also implemented increased usage of disinfectants to ensure a healthy and clean work environment in our offices and facilities.
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Pursuant to the North Carolina Governor’s reopening plan, all employees have their temperature screened and are asked a series of questions surrounding if they have any symptoms prior to starting work. We have also created more space within our facility to allow our teams to spread out more while working.

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Our Cleaning Process

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Thankfully, our current cleaning process aligns with the recommended guidelines for your clothing care. Both of our detergent options and the heat from our commercial grade dryers will continue to act as powerful disinfectants, as we clean your clothes. Here is an article we recommend reading covering five tips when washing your clothes in response to COVID-19.
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Our Service Plans

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2ULaundry has updated its service to varying degrees in our markets. Please continue reading below to find out up-to-the-minute updates in your location. In the locations we are still operating, we continue to maintain a focus on keeping our employees and customers safe.
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For any further adjustment to our current services, we will ensure you’re directly informed and also keep this blog post updated. We will also continue preventive measures like frequent (and thorough!) hand washing and more frequent surface disinfection.  
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Our Schedule Updates

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If you have any scheduled services that are impacted by any updates, you will receive direct communication with more information and any next steps. However, if you have any questions along the way, please don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Care team at Care@2ULaundry.com.
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Our Community

2ULaundry has partnered with Charlotte Medi to deliver more than 50,000 face shields and counting for local medical practices and health care workers in Charlotte. You can find out more about the initiative here.
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We are also providing a way for you to get involved with a Buy One Give One deal. For each face mask that you purchase from here, 2ULaundry will donate a face mask to frontline healthcare employees in Charlotte.

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Below is a current list of our city-by-city service updates. This list was last updated on Monday, June 1 at 9 am.
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Charlotte

There will not be any order pickups on Fridays. However, customers with a Thursday pickup will still get their order deliveries on Fridays.
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Atlanta

⚠ All services have been temporarily suspended, starting Friday, March 27. The final pickup for the foreseeable future is Thursday, March 26.

Raleigh-Durham

⚠ All services have been suspended, starting Friday, March 27. The final pickup for the foreseeable future is Thursday, March 26. You can read more about our announcement to exit Raleigh-Durham here.
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We want to remind you to adhere to the CDC guidelines during this sensitive time. Wash your hands, practice social distancing, and take advantage of the beautiful summer weather in a safe, responsible manner.

Additionally, we have a gift card offer for a 20% bonus on every purchase over $50 to help remove one more thing from your to-do list right now (or in the future!). We’re a small team, but we’re confident that we’ll come out of this ready to provide you with more free time and clean clothes to all of our amazing customers.
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If there’s anything we can do to help make this moment just a bit easier for you, please let us know by reaching out to our Customer Care Team at Care@2ulaundry.com.

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

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No one understands the gift of time more than Lauren.

When Charlotte native, Lauren Palmer, and her family found out that their young son, Jennings, was diagnosed with a rare form of childhood leukemia, an entire community rushed to support them in any way they could. Whether it was through home-cooked meals, grocery delivery, babysitting services, or prayer, one of the most significant gifts they received was the gift of time.
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Raising newborn twins who were born two weeks after her child’s diagnosis while striving to maintain a “normal” life for her then 4-year old daughter, all the while dedicating all of her “free” time at the hospital to be at Jennings’ side, there was never any time to focus on the day-to-day. A community of neighbors and community members collected a large sum in the form of a 2ULaundry gift card, and it was our privilege to match the amount to give Lauren and her family back the time they needed to focus on what mattered most.
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Flash forward almost two years, the Palmers have recovered and Jennings has made it through a major bone marrow transplant where his older sister, Caroline, was his bone marrow donor. It’s the strength and support she found in that trying time,that has made her a nominee for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Woman of the Year.
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We got to catch up with Lauren and talk about her family’s journey and understanding the gift of time through 2ULaundry.

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How did you come to learn about 2ULaundry?

I was pregnant with boy-girl twins in the Fall of 2017, I already had a 4-year old daughter and a 2-year old son. When you’re pregnant with twins, you get more uncomfortable a lot faster, and I was physically so tired all the time. A friend of mine (and 2U customer) told me about you guys and I started using 2ULaundry once a week as I prepared to welcome the twins.

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What was the moment when everything changed?

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On December 4, 2017, we found out our 2-year old son, Jennings, was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of childhood leukemia. That event started the period of time when 2U became such a godsend for my family. We have an amazing preschool community that just wanted to help, and one of the ways they wanted to help was through 2ULaundry!

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Do you remember how you felt when you received the 2ULaundry gift card?

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I can’t really articulate what a gift it was during that time. I was trying to care for a critically ill child but also raise twins, and try to keep my 4-year old daughter’s life somewhat normal. Being able to be freed up from laundry gave me the time I needed to focus on my family. We will be 2ULaundry customers for life.

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What does this LLS Woman of the Year campaign mean to you?

It means a great deal to us personally, because we have lived the nightmare of dealing with pediatric blood cancer. This campaign is our way of giving back big as a family and helping the next generation of children diagnosed with blood cancer. I am so thrilled to have 2U’s support in this endeavor.

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How would you tell other people about 2U?

Even if you can’t use the service, gift it. Whether it’s for a new mom or someone in a time of crisis, give them the gift of 2ULaundry. When people are in crisis, they don’t need stuff, they often need support with their day-to-day. This is a great way to do that.

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What are some goals your family has this year outside of the LLS campaign?

We are excited just to be a normal family and enjoy family time together like beach trips and camping and even routine things like school, which were taken from us when Jennings was sick. We are just thankful to a normal family with a healthy child.

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Lauren Palmer has been nominated for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Woman of the Year. Without help from 2U, her church community, and fellow 2U customer Jenny Helms, Lauren, and her family wouldn’t have been able to make it through such a difficult time.

To support Lauren and her efforts to ensure that all children get their survivor story, please help us in supporting her efforts by making a donation to her campaign for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society here.

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

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We’ve been bursting at the seams with excitement to bring you the new 2U experience, and the wait is finally (almost) over! The new 2U will officially go live on Tuesday, September 7th. Yep, you heard that right! The new 2U is HERE NEXT WEEK!!!

As we transition from 2U to 2U 2.0, here are the top 10 things you’ll need to know:

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1. NEW PRICING

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Moving forward, 2U will offer two pricing options: Pay As You Go & Subscriptions.

The Pay As You Go pricing plan is the same as 2U’s current pricing model, so you’ll pay for laundry and dry cleaning services after each use. This plan is best for customers with infrequent cleaning needs and those that only intend to use our dry cleaning services.

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Pay As You Go Services

• Laundry Bag……………$45/bag
• Hang Dry Bag………….$15/bag
• Linen Bag………………..$30/bag
• Dry Cleaning……………per piece

Fees

• Rush Delivery  (1-Day)……….$5/order
• Welcome Kit………………………$10
• Order Minimum…………………$15
• Failed Pickup……………………..$5

*All Pay As You Go services are subject to a 2 business day turnaround. Rush Delivery (1-day turnaround) is available for a $5 fee. Note that for Friday pickups, laundry is returned on Saturday and dry cleaning is returned on Monday.  

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Dry Cleaning

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2. WEEKLY LAUNDRY SUBSCRIPTIONS

We are finally launching our long-awaited subscription pricing plans: 2U Weekly & 2U Weekly+.

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2U Weekly: Ready to make 2U part of your weekly routine? Choose the 2U Weekly plan, and we’ll stop by every week on the day of your choice (Monday – Friday). For $160/month, you will receive 4 Large Laundry Bag Credits, free Rush Delivery (1-day turnaround), and 15% off all additional services!

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2U Weekly+: Ready to take laundry off your plate for good? Choose the 2U Weekly+ plan, and we’ll stop by every week on the day of your choice. For $240/month, you will receive 4 Laundry Bag Credits, 4 Linen Bag Credits, free Rush Delivery (1-day turnaround), and 20% off all additional services!

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Our subscriptions have been designed to keep flexibility in mind, so subscription bag credits can be used at any point during the 4-week subscription period.

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For example, if you send in 2 large laundry bags on the first week of service, you will have 2 bag credits available for the 3 remaining weeks. Plus, if you use additional services beyond the 4 bag credits, you will receive a discount on those services (15% off with 2U Weekly and 20% off with 2U Weekly+)! We also offer a rollover policy, which allows 1 Laundry Bag credit (or 1 Laundry Bag & 1 Linen Bag if enrolled in 2U Weekly+) credit to be rolled over to the next 4-week period if the subscription is renewed.

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To enroll in 2U Weekly or 2U Weekly+, please contact our Customer Care Team with your preferred plan. If you have any questions, please check out our Pricing FAQs here or reach out to Customer Care. Our team is here for your support during this transition!

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3. 2-DAY TURNAROUND

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All existing customers will continue to receive a 1-day turnaround on services for the near future. Over the coming months, we will transition customers on the Pay As You Go plan to a 2-day turnaround. But, not to worry! All customers will still have access to Rush Delivery (1-Day Turnaround) for a small $5 fee.

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2U Weekly & 2U Weekly+ customers will automatically receive 1-Day Turnaround for free with their subscription.

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2U currently offers pickups Monday – Friday, with limited availability on some days for quality control. Note that for Friday pickups, Laundry is delivered on Saturdays (includes Laundry, Linens, and Hang Dry), and Dry Cleaning is delivered on Mondays.

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4. New 2U App

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We’ve given the 2U App a tune-up! Starting next week, download our mobile app to access exciting new features, including order tracking! Already have the app? Simply update to the latest version and log in with your existing account username and password.

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The mobile app will be the best way to manage your account and receive support moving forward as we will no longer offer account management online.

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5. 2U Laundry Bags

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We want to ensure that there is no interruption to your service, so please continue to use any of your existing 2U Bags. This includes the Small Laundry Bag if you are a current small bag customer.

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Note that we will be changing the bag tags, which will include less personal information. Our Drivers & Clothing Care Teams will use our new scanning technology to access the most up-to-date information while picking up, cleaning, and delivering your orders. During this transition, our Drivers will add new stickers to the bag tags during scheduled pickups. We ask that you please do not remove any new or existing tags or stickers that you see in the bag tag pockets.

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Lastly, our brand new 2U Laundry Bags are in the works and will be ready for distribution in the coming months. We look forward to sharing the new bags with our community later this year 😀

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6. Order Notifications

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We have made a few changes to our order notifications, which we are planning to evolve once we go live. Once you download the new 2U App, you will be asked to enable push notifications. If you enable notifications all order reminders & notifications will be sent to you via push notification. If you do not accept push notifications,  you will receive order alerts via text message instead.

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You will continue to receive an On The Way message, which has been updated to send when your Driver is 2 stops away. Once you receive this message, you will be able to see your Driver’s ETA in the order tracker on the home page of the app.

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7. 2URewards

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With the transition to the new 2U, we will no longer offer our 2URewards Program. We will be migrating your outstanding rewards points to our new system in the form of account credit. To see your available balance, check out the Profile Page in the new 2U App.

• 250-499 points = $5 credit
• 500-749 points = $10 credit
• 750-1249 points = $25 credit
• 1250-2499 points = $35 credit
• 2500+ = 100 credit

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8. Friday Pickups

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We will be launching Friday pickups on September 10th, but with limited availability. Over the coming months, we will continue to grow our Friday operations in order to support additional volume.

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As a reminder, for Friday pickups, Laundry is returned on Saturday and Dry Cleaning is returned on Monday. Once we migrate all Pay As You Go customers to 2-Day Turnaround, orders picked up on Fridays will be returned on Mondays.

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9. Biweekly Pickups

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With the launch of the new 2U, we will offer weekly & one-time pickups and will no longer support biweekly schedules. As a result, all biweekly pickup schedule will be migrated to our new system as Weekly pickup schedules. Customers will continue to receive pickup reminder messages and can easily cancel any unwanted pickup days in the 2U App or by responding “N” to the text reminder text messages.

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We will continue to evolve our scheduling capabilities in the future and appreciate your patience and understanding while we make this transition.

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10. Customer Support

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Lastly, our Customer Care Team is available and ready to support you during this transition! Our Team is available Monday through Friday from 8am-6:30pm and on Saturdays from 9am-3pm. We can be reached in the following ways:

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• 250-499 points = $5 credit
• 500-749 points = $10 credit
• 750-1249 points = $25 credit
• 1250-2499 points = $35 credit
• 2500+ = 100 credit

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Note that chat is the fastest method of support, so we recommend trying us there first!

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We can’t wait to show you the new experience! If there’s anything we can help you with before or during this transition, please do not hesitate to let us know.

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Thanks so much! Stay Clean!

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Last Updated 7/27/21

Some folks mark April 15 on their calendars because of Tax Day. We here at 2ULaundry mark it because it’s National Laundry Day! Wonder if it was any coincidence that they decided to lump two mundane activities together on the same day.

Nevertheless, it’s time to celebrate because 1) You’ve (hopefully) done your taxes, 2) It’s National Laundry Day, and most importantly, 3) We are announcing some big exciting changes to give you more free time and help you and your family manage that already jam-packed calendar!

If we take a bit of time to rewind back to March of 2020, we can remember it was a month where the country and our world was turned upside down. Ours included. We were growing at an accelerated pace! We had just opened up service in Raleigh and were building momentum to find the next city we were going to make our mark in.

Then as we all know, COVID-19 happened. COVID hit us hard, as it has millions and billions of people. We had to make many tough decisions, like stopping our service in Atlanta and Raleigh and cutting back on service in Charlotte. That meant parting ways with people who have grown to be family with us, whether that’s our employees or the customers. Through all of this, we have been extremely grateful and fortunate to have had health on our side as well as enough financial support from the government, our network, and most importantly, you, our loyal customers!

Thank you to those who have continued to use our service in a time of great uncertainty as well as to those who were affected by our service stoppage in Atlanta and Raleigh. We are humbled by all of your messages to us patiently waiting for 2U to return. We hear you and we are eager to come back!

Ultimately, the pandemic gave us the reason and the time to pause. We had been going 100 mph since starting in 2016, so we took this time to plan intentionally, diligently and set ourselves up for long term success. Part of that was in addition to 2ULaundry, we launched our laundromat franchise concept, LaundroLab. There were many reasons to invest our time, money, and energy into that, but one of the main factors was to provide a more consistent, higher quality pickup and delivery service to you!

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We recognized the numerous challenges in front of us but saw them as great opportunities to showcase our resiliency. The result has been a year of making upgrades and enhancements after listening to all of what you have told us from the past few years.

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So what has that result of all the hard work been?

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We’re introducing a new Linen Bag, new pricing plans, weekend laundry delivery service, a new and improved mobile app, and more!!

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Before we get into the specifics of each of these, you may be wondering what is the timeline and how will your service be impacted? Great questions!

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As we’re finalizing our technology, products, and services, we want to make sure that you have as seamless an experience as possible. To achieve this, we’ll be providing exact dates of the specific updates when they are 100% confirmed. So make sure to be on the lookout for emails, text messages, and social media posts over the next few weeks to learn about how this will affect your service. If you are a current customer in Charlotte, we’ll be sending out more communication with updated information in the coming weeks.

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Linen Bag

Over the years, we’ve received tons of feedback from our customers about linens and towels taking up precious space in their regular Wash, Dry, Fold bag. We get it! You want to get the most bang for your buck. Who doesn’t? To solve this concern, we decided to trial a Linens Only laundry bag for the past year. We designed the Linen Bag to be a cost-effective option for sending in large and bulky, washable household items like bed linens, towels, blankets, etc. Bigger than our Large Laundry Bag, the Linen Bag is optimized for size – it can hold a king-sized comforter plus a set of sheets and a couple of towels.

So, you’re probably wondering how the trial went and how you can get your hands on one of these bags. Well, during that test period, demand for the Linen Bag was overwhelming! Customers found that they had much more flexibility to send in exactly what they needed us to clean at a valuable price point. We also found that we were able to provide even more free time to our customers by offering solutions for all of their home laundry needs.

With the launch of the new 2U, we are excited to officially roll out the Linen Bag to all customers as a new laundry service option. Priced at just $30 per bag, the Linen Bag can be used separately or in combination with the Laundry, Hang Dry, and Dry Cleaning Bags.

Upon rollout, make sure to check out our FAQs for a list of items that should and should not be placed in your Linen Bag for cleaning.

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Pricing Plans

One of the biggest things we’ve been working to enhance is our pricing structure. We recognized that many of our best customers were placing recurring orders. Every. Single. Week. So we asked ourselves, how can we reward those customers for being so loyal to our brand and service? Built around this concept of the recurring order, we want you to set it and forget it. We hope placing your 2U bags outside on your Laundry Day becomes as much of a habit as brushing your teeth or even getting Starbucks on your way to work.

So introducing…our subscription plans!

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Take some time to digest the plans. We know it might be a lot at first glance, but we promise it’ll become second nature sooner than you think. We have 3 plans that accommodate our existing pricing structure along with subscription options that reward our most frequent users, so take a look below to find details on each of the plans.

The 1st pricing plan, called Pay As You Go, is the current pricing structure with a few minor changes. As the name suggests, you simply schedule and pay for orders as you go. The Wash Dry Fold bag is priced at $45, the Linen Bag at $30, the Wash & Hang Dry at $15, and all Dry Cleaning is priced per-item. Take a look at the bottom of this post for the comprehensive price list. All of these services are priced at the standard, full amount without any discount on additional services. As the image outlines, there is a 1-Day Rush Delivery Fee of $5, a Welcome Kit Fee of $10, and a Minimum Order amount of $15.

Now the moment you’ve all been waiting for! drumroll please

Introducing our first subscription plan: 2U Weekly — your new favorite household service, even better than Amazon Prime…okay we won’t go that far.

The 2U Weekly Plan is a weekly subscription service for Wash Dry Fold. You make a one-time purchase of $160 for access to 4 uses of the Wash Dry Fold bag. This is a 4-week commitment of the Wash Dry Fold bag, which you can utilize however you’d like over the course of the 4 weeks. You’ll gain a 15% discount on all other services in your order throughout your membership in the 2U Weekly Plan. That’s a boatload of money you can be saving whenever you need to use that extra Wash Dry Fold bag after coming back from a vacation! In addition to that, you’ll also get free 1-day rush delivery and a free welcome kit. Oh, and by the way, with this 2U Weekly Plan, there is no minimum order fee. Every month, you’ll also get to roll over one use of the Wash Dry Fold Bag to the following month, so there’s that in your back pocket. Lastly, your subscription membership will be automatically renewed at the end of the 4 weeks, unless you take action.

Hope you were able to process all that! Take a deep breath and get ready because here comes our 2nd subscription plan: 2U Weekly+!

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The 2U Weekly+ Plan has the same basic functionality and features as the 2U Weekly Plan with the addition of the Linen Bag and overall heavier discounts. This is a one-time purchase of $240 for access to 4 uses of the Wash Dry Fold bag and 4 uses of the Linen Bag. Again, this is a 4-week commitment that you can utilize in whichever way you wish over the course of the 4 weeks. You’ll get a 20% discount on all additional services along with the free 1-day rush delivery, free welcome kit, and no minimum order fee. Similar to the 2U Weekly Plan, you’ll have the ability to roll over one Wash Dry Fold bag and one Linen Bag to the following month. Your subscription membership will be automatically renewed at the end of the 4 weeks, unless you take action.

We will send an email announcing when these pricing changes are live, so that you can update the 2U app and choose whichever of the 3 plans suits your needs the best. Existing customers will be grandfathered in to their current pricing structure for an extended grace period after the official launch, unless of course you opt in to one of the 3 plans during that period.

After that time, you will automatically be enrolled in the Pay As You Go pricing plan. There is no action required on your end once that grandfathering period is over unless you decide to opt in to one of the subscription plans, which you can do at any time after we are live!

We know that was probably a lot to throw at you and we’re sure you have lots of questions. Over the coming weeks and months, we’ll be updating this blog post page with links out to FAQs and other information so that you can feel at ease!

As you may have noticed, the prices have generally increased. We want to be transparent with some of the reasons why that’s the case. Factors like material and labor costs have increased due to COVID, so we had to adjust our pricing accordingly.

Additionally, we want to deliver a higher quality service and product to each and every single one of you. We want to focus even more than we currently are on every single bag that comes through our state-of-the-art facilities to make sure that each of your customizations are handled to perfection, that every stain is treated, and that every order you place is a 5 star experience.

When you put away your clothes in your closets and dressers, we want you to feel relaxed and relieved about how much time you’ve just saved and what awesome things you’re going to do with that newfound time!

So how else can we help create those magical moments? We’re coming out (finally!) with weekend laundry delivery service!

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Saturday Laundry Delivery Service

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We’ve had so many of you tell us in person, in reviews, or through Customer Care that one of the most valuable things we can do to enhance our service is adding weekend delivery. We’re taking the first step to make that a reality!

We’re reintroducing Friday pickups to our schedule, but instead of being delivered the following Monday, we’ll get it straight to your door the very next day! So for all you amazing weekend warriors, you can have your clean clothes going into the weekend!

For any orders that contain a Laundry Bag or a Linen Bag that has a pickup day of Friday, we’ll deliver those bags on Saturday (if you are a 2U Weekly or 2U Weekly+ Plan Member or if you’ve selected 1-day rush delivery as a Pay As You Go Plan Member).

Note that Dry Cleaning orders picked up on a Friday will be delivered on Monday (with the 1-day rush delivery) and on Tuesday (with the standard 2-day delivery).

Now you can really feel accomplished ending your week and starting a new one off right with clean laundry!

We’ll make sure that all this information is easily accessible to you on the 2ULaundry app! Oh, speaking of…

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2U App

We’ve redesigned and redeveloped the app entirely to make the process of scheduling and tracking your order even simpler and more visible. We know that you love our “Text for ETA” feature, so we’ve built a robust order tracker in the new mobile app to keep you informed every step of the way. Our goal is to give you more visibility while your clothes are in our care.

To further increase visibility, we’ve added new content to the app to give you a sneak peak behind the scenes at our laundry and dry cleaning facilities.

We’re also adding a new chat feature in the app so you can get super fast support from our Customer Care Team. We are committed to resolving issues quickly and effectively, so we’ve restructured our support to deliver faster support through Chat.

It’s not in your app stores just quite yet, but when it is officially launched, if you have the current version of the app, all you’ll have to do is go to your Apple App Store or Google Play Store and update your current version.

The exciting thing is we have so much in the pipeline for how we want to continue to improve your experience of the app and of 2ULaundry in general. So be on the lookout for any new app updates to take use of its full and ever-evolving functionality!

That being said, as you probably know, with any massive organizational and technological changes like these, there are inevitably going to be hiccups. We request that if / when there is something that may not appear to be working properly, let us know through the Chat feature in the app or on the website or through email at care@demo-wp.ghrixlabs.com and we’ll do our absolute best to resolve it quickly and cooperatively. What we can promise in situations like those is that we’ll be 100% committed to making your customer experience as smooth as possible!

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As a side note, all the pricing information that we’ve laid out here in this post will also be available in several places within the app, so don’t worry if you need a refresher on them when you’re ready to schedule service.

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Thank you for reading all the way through this longer than normal blog post! We’re so eager to roll out all these enhancements but the crazy part is this is just the beginning! We have additional enhancements like a new laundry bag, premium scented detergents, new app features, all in the pipeline to improve your experience of 2ULaundry!

Just a friendly reminder this post will be a living artifact, so make sure to bookmark this on your browser. As we continue to update timelines and details, we’ll also send other communications that link out here to ensure that you’re fully aware of how they’ll impact you!

If you have any questions or clarifications please feel free to reach out to us via care@laundry.com or marketing@demo-wp.ghrixlabs.com depending on the type of request.

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Thank you and Stay Clean!

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

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While school might look different across the country this fall, one thing each district has in common is that it won’t be operating quite like it has in years past.

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Whether you’ll be home schooling full time, leading your child through virtual lessons part time or simply shepherding them through homework this school year, having an at-home classroom set up can help your child focus and feel successful.

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The idea of setting up an at-home classroom might feel a little overwhelming, especially if you’ve never done it before, but, in reality there’s only a short list of things you need to set up a successful at home work space.

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Check out the list of essentials below!

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A desk or workspace

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If you have an office or playroom that can accommodate a desk or work table, it can be helpful to clear out a corner of the room and designate it as a “school space.”

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If you don’t though, your dining room table or kitchen counter will work just fine!

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To make a desk or workspace workable you’ll simply need somewhere flat that your child can spread their materials out on- ideally somewhere that you can also pull up a chair to when you need to play a more hands-on role in your child’s assignments.

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Comfortable seating

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Along with a large, flat surface to work on, kids need a comfortable place to sit while they work. If you don’t already have a chair that your child likes and that will work with your workspace, consider letting your child pick a new one for the year to come.

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A way to organize your materials

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One  of the toughest parts of working or schooling at home can be staying organized. In order to help your child stay on track with their school work you’ll need to develop a system for organizing both their work and their materials.

When it comes to organizing their work, your method can be as simple as designating a binder or folder for each subject.

When it comes to materials, you can purchase a small desk organizer and stock it with paper, pencils, pens and other essentials or, if you’ll be using a more communal space for learning (like the dining room table or kitchen counter) and will need to be able to pick up and move your materials, you can put together a small, portable box of the same supplies that can move with your child.

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Somewhere to spread out

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In addition to having a formal space to work, it can also be helpful to designate another spot in your house for when your child will be working on more relaxed assignments such as reading or viewing online content. Consider creating a comfortable space in their room with a beanbag or butterfly chair or letting them spread out on the couch!

While you’re getting all this set up, don’t forget to relax yourself! Read our quick post on how you can do that today and going forward!

While school might look a little different this year, there’s a lot that parents can do to help their child have a successful academic year! By setting up a simple workspace for your child you’ll be preparing them for success with at home learning!

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

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There’s nothing better than a fresh, clean house, but getting there isn’t always as pleasant or easy as we might hope.
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Most people don’t love cleaning and, when it comes to certain rooms, a lot of people aren’t even sure the best way to go about making sure everything is clean and sparkling.
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If you’re doing some serious spring cleaning and want to know the down and dirty on getting your bathroom truly clean, read on for the steps you’ll need to follow for a sparking bathroom!
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1. Remove everything

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The first step in your cleaning process should be to remove everything you can from the bathroom.
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Remove self-care items from the vanity top and within the shower and remove any rugs and trash cans from the floor.
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Clearing your surfaces will give you access to the spaces you need to clean.
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2. Sweep and wipe surfaces
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Now that your surfaces are clear, you can get to work making sure they’re clean.
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Wipe down your vanity top, sink and faucets with an all purpose cleaner and sweep the bathroom floor.
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3. Apply cleaner to the shower and bathtub

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Most cleaning agents used to clean bathtubs and showers need to sit for a little while before you get to work scrubbing.
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Apply your shower and bathtub cleaner now and then move on to your next task to give it time to work.
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4. Take care of other surfaces
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While your shower and tub cleaner sits, take the time to clean all the other surfaces in the bathroom.
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Spray some all purpose cleaner on your cleaning devices and get to work on your bathroom shelves, towel rack, baseboards and windowsill.
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Experts recommend working from the top of the room to the bottom!
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5. Clean the shower and tub
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After letting your shower and tub cleaner sit while you work on the rest of the bathroom, you’ll need to really clean the shower and/or tub.
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Scrub away any dirt or build up and then thoroughly rinse your tub or shower, being sure to wash away all of your all purpose cleaner.
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6. Clean the toilet
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After making sure your tub and shower are sparkling, it’s time to clean the toilet.
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Use a toilet-specific cleaner on the inside of the toilet bowl and use a toilet brush to scrub away any discoloration or buildup.
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For the outside of the toilet, use an all purpose cleaner to wipe down it’s surfaces.

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7. Mop the floor
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As a last step in your cleaning process, use hot water and a cleaning solution to mop your bathroom floor. Once it dries, replace your rug, trashcan and anything else you removed from the bathroom before cleaning.
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While no one loves cleaning their bathroom, it feels good to have a space that you know it sparkly clean. Follow the steps above regularly and you’ll be rewarded with a never-to-messy bathroom!

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

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Getting organized can be hard but, once everything has a place, most people find that staying organized isn’t too tough. If you’ve got a closet full of organized items, and a dresser full of folded clothes but find yourself struggling with how to organize your accessories, this one’s for you!

Check out the ideas below for organizing your everyday accessories in a way that will help you keep everything in its place!

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Shoes

When you’re aiming to organize your shoes the most important thing you can do is make sure they are stored in pairs somewhere visible.

If you have the floor space in your closet, consider investing in a stackable shoe rack for easy spotting.

If you don’t want to use the floor space, consider a hanging shoe rack that attaches to the back of your closet door.

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Purses

Purses have a way of ending up in a tangled pile unless you have a plan for storing them between uses. If you have one or two purses that you use most days, consider keeping them out of your room and in either your mudroom or front closet for easy access.

For other purses that you may use less frequently, consider hanging hooks on the interior wall of your closet and storing them hanging to avoid them getting lost in the shuffle.

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Jewelry

When it comes to jewelry, there are lots of creative ways to stay organized.

Consider hanging your necklaces and bracelets on a designated wall hanger above your dresser to add to the color in your room or, if you’d prefer to keep things out of sight, invest in some jewelry organizers that can be stored in the top drawer of your dresser.

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Scarves

Scarves are often seasonal items so it’s important to have ways to store them that are both easy to access and easy to put away.

During the warmer months, consider moving your scarf collection to a closed box that can be stored out of reach.

When things start to cool down consider looping a few scarfs at a time around the bottom bar of a hanger so that they hang with your other items and are easy to spot and select!

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Hats

When it comes to hats, consider making a statement by hanging them on your bedroom wall so that they double as decor. To display your hats, simply hang hooks in an organized pattern on your wall and loop one hat over each hook.

Identifying the right storage options for your accessories can be tough but, once you have a place for everything you’ll be happy you did it! Read some of our other organization tips posts for kids’ rooms, closets and kitchens as well!

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

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Our washing machines are designed to get our clothes smelling fresh and clean but, sometimes, they take on a stink of their own.
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If you’ve walked into the laundry room recently only to be hit by a musty smell, or have found yourself holding your nose as you put in or take out your laundry, it’s probably time to show your washing machine a little deep-cleaning love.
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Before we dive into how to get your machine clean, let’s talk about why it stinks in the first place.
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We might assume that since our machines are getting doused in clean water and pleasant-smelling soaps and detergents each time we use them that they’re getting cleaned right along with the clothes they’re tumbling but, in reality, it’s that soap or detergent and water that ends up leading to the musty smell you’re trying to ditch.
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While all machines have the potential to get stinky, front loaders and efficient machines are particularly prone to it since they tend to use less water as they wash your items.
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Because the interior of the machine is not totally saturated at all times, detergent and soap scum often get left behind when the cycle ends.
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This soap scum builds up over time and can lead to the musty smell you find wafting through your laundry room.

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As a first step in ditching the musty smell, you’re going to want to use a couple of household staples to refresh your machine.

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• First, mix ¼ cup of baking soda with ¼ cup of water and add the solution to your machine’s detergent container.

• Next, pour two cups of white vinegar into the (empty) drum of the machine and run a regular, high heat cycle. Running a cycle of baking soda and vinegar will help get rid of any active mold as well as break down any soap scum that’s causing a foul odor.

• After the cycle is complete, inspect your machine for any left-behind grime and do your best to scrub it away by hand using a mixture of water and vinegar as your cleaning agent.

• Once you complete your cleaning cycle, run your machine on an empty cycle again before adding any clothes to the mix.

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While it might seem like quite a chore to clean a machine that’s supposed to help you keep your clothing clean, doing so will mean that your laundry room smells fresh and your clothes come out cleaner every time!

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With stay-at-home orders in effect, many people are finding creative ways to fill their time at home time. While binge watching Netflix, all-day-snacking and mid-day naps can be fun for a few days, after a little while you may begin to feel like you’d rather be doing something more productive.

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If you’re on the hunt for projects that will fill your time and knock items off of your never ending to-do list, look no further! Check out the list below for some productive ways to spend your at-home time!

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1. Reorganize your closet

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While a stay-at-home order isn’t the most pleasant way to ring in spring, it does give us all the opportunity to reorganize our closets and put away our winter clothing. This week, make it a goal to go through every item in your closet piece-by-piece to assess what you’ll keep and what you’ll let go of.

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Once you’ve sorted your items into keep/donate piles, hang or fold your spring and summer items for easy access and put your winter items in storage until next fall!

Also check out these closet organization tips by The Spruce and Make Space!

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2. Clean out the garage

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There’s no time like the present to declutter and reorganize your garage. This necessary task is often one that gets put off for months at a time because it can be so time consuming. Well, we’ve got the time now!

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During this stay-at-home season, pick a day to dedicate to the project and get to work clearing out anything your family no longer uses.

This 5-step guide by Budget Dumpster could be useful for getting started!

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3. Wash your linens

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Most people wash their most used linens with some frequency but never quite get around to laundering their less-frequently used or tougher to get to linens. Now is the time to remove your pillow covers, take down your curtains and pull out those musty table clothes to give them all a thorough washing.

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You don’t want to go too long in between cleaning these either because of all the germ buildup. It might feel like quite a chore as you’re doing it but your home will feel all the fresher once you’re done!

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4. Plant something

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If you’ve ever wanted to start a garden, now is the time! Spend a day or two building a simple raised bed or clearing a small plot in your yard and then get to work planting flowers or produce to enjoy later in the year.

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While running to the store for seeds and supplies isn’t a great idea, you should be able to order everything you need online.

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A couple of useful resources to help make that garden a reality are by Common Sense Home and Gardening Mentor!

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5. Pick up a healthy habit

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There’s no time like the present to pick up that healthy habit you’ve always wished you had. Start taking a walk after dinner every night, plan your meals for the week before you go shopping or go on a bike ride every morning- whatever you do, make it something healthy and active!

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Experts say that it takes at least a month of consistency to build a habit so if you start now you’ll have a new healthy habit (or two or three) by the time our stay-at-home orders are lifted!

While staying at home has its ups and downs, many people are finding that the extra time with family and slower pace of life are something to be grateful for. This unusual spring, make the most of your at-home time by getting organized or building new habits!

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If you’re like me, you probably have a hamper full of damp and dirty laundry in your bathroom or closet. Some of our readers might even leave that dirty hamper sitting there for weeks. Am I describing you?

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Nooooo… You’d never do that!

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Well, for everyone else, it’s an awful idea to continue this bad habit. Here’s why…

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1. Fecal Matter

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Did this catch your attention? It caught ours! Dr. Charles Gerba, renowned microbiologist at the University of Arizona, said that

“The average adult undergarment has about a tenth of a gram of  fecal matter.”

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When you add dark and damp conditions, this can actually be quite dangerous. Especially these days in the midst of the Coronavirus outbreak.

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2. Salmonella

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Every year, about 1.3 million people are infected with Salmonella, with 26,500 individuals hospitalized due to the infection and 420 dying from it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Contamination typically happens after infected feces comes into contact with animals, crops or water and people then consume or touch those items and don’t wash their hands. This makes you take our #1 a little more serious doesn’t it?

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Salmonella, aka Salmonella Enteritidis and Salmonella Typhimurium, can live in your dirty hamper for weeks as they don’t die off as fast as fungi or some viruses. So that dirty hamper of yours may be more dangerous than you think.

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3. Staphylococcus aureus

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This nasty bug causes staph infections. And if you’ve ever seen someone with a staph infection, you’d place your order with 2ULaundry right now! The worst part about Staphylococcus aureus is that it can survive for months as it’s extremely hardy.

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According to the Department of Health, It’s the leading cause of skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses (boils), furuncles, and cellulitis. Although most staph infections are not serious, S. aureus can cause serious infections such as bloodstream infections, pneumonia, or bone and joint infections. Did we mention this can live in your laundry?

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4. E. Coli

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Germs such as E. coli, salmonella, and Klebsiella oxytoca can cause pneumonia, skin infections, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea, especially in people with compromised immune systems.

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In fact, this nasty germ can live in the place that you clean your dirty clothes. That’s right. Your washing machine rarely gets cleaned itself. And germs like E. coli are very tough, lasting for weeks inside your dark and damp machine.

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Experts say that the newer, eco-friendly machines are doing you no favors in this regard either. Because they generally wash your clothes on lower temperatures, it never gets hot enough to kill the bacteria. Therefore, it’s best to wipe it down every now and then with disinfectants.

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Ahh spring time, there’s nothing quite like the fresh scent of spring on the breeze, flowers blooming brightly in the garden and a fresh and tidy house for the new season. While the fresh scent of spring and blooming flowers might come naturally with the turn of the season, you’ll have to put in some work if you want the tidy house that spring calls for. Lucky for you, we’ve rounded up the very best spring cleaning tips and tricks to help you get your house under control with as little stress as possible. Check out the spring cleaning hacks below and your house will be spring-ready in no time!

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1. Make a list

Before you get started, it’s important to make a list of everything you want to accomplish during spring cleaning. Take a few minutes to inventory your household and either make a list of your own or download a handy one like 2ULaundry’s or like Hey y’all! 2ULaundry just put out a Spring Cleaning Guide with hacks from bloggers you may know around Atlanta and some of their other customers. Definitely worth checking it out! this from Martha Stewart.

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2. Clear your calendar

While you can probably squeeze your regular cleaning sessions between your other regular to-do’s and must-do’s, a spring cleaning session calls for a clear calendar so you can truly focus and get the job done without leaving any lingering jobs. Take a peek at your calendar, designate a day as your spring cleaning day and don’t make any other plans for that day.

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3. Enlist help

While a lot of people find deep cleaning relaxing and gratifying, spring cleaning can be tiresome for even those who typically love to clean. Instead of trying to do it all yourself, enlist the help of your partner, children or roommate to give you the helping boost you need!

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4. Clean by category, not room

When you clean room by room, it’s easy to accidentally carry piles of clutter from one place to the next without ever really getting rid of them. Instead of cleaning by room, make a plan to clean by category so that everything that gets clean stays that way. Start with a category like surfaces, floors or upholstery to get going.

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5. Make sure you have the right tools and products

There’s nothing more frustrating than getting into a cleaning groove only to discover that you don’t have enough furniture polish to get the job done. Before you start cleaning, take inventory of your products and make sure you have enough of everything to finish the job. If you want to be extra thorough of everything at home, look into downloading a home inventory app.

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6. Clean your cleaning tools

When you’re spring cleaning you want to make sure everything is truly clean and sanitized when you’re done. To do that you’ll probably need to do some pre-cleaning before you get started. Sanitize your sponges or purchase new ones, clean your broom, mop and vacuum and run a sanitize cycle on your dishwasher and washing machine before you ever start your spring cleaning session.

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7. Just do it!

Once you’ve made a list, cleared your calendar, inventoried your cleaning products and made sure your cleaning tools are ready to go, there’s nothing left to do but jump in and get it done! Take small breaks as you go but do your best not to get distracted and leave the job half done.
Spring cleaning is a major undertaking but, once it’s done you’ll have the benefit of living in a clean, organized space you can enjoy all season!

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If you didn’t come over here from our Spring Cleaning Guide page, make sure to download and print out the checklist from there so you’re on top of all your to-do’s this season. Since you couldn’t get enough of the tips from there, here are some more spring cleaning hacks heard straight from our customers!

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Julianne, one of our 2020 Timekeepers, has a few hacks that she and her family are keeping busy with to make their whole house clean. This includes sweeping the garage, organizing the pantry, planting flowers and seeds, washing their car, and even donating their extra clothes to 2ULaundry! Outsourcing the smaller tasks to her children while working cooperatively on the larger ones is a great way to bond with your family during spring cleaning!

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Lauren & Julie, 2ULaundry Legacy Brand Ambassadors have a couple tips for you as well. When the weather starts getting better, they use 2ULaundry to wash their winter clothes. Like every wash, dry, fold as well as dry cleaning orders, 2ULaundry returns them in airtight plastic bags. They like to store them until the next winter season comes around! You can put them away with the peace of mind that they’ll be clean when winter rolls back around. It’s a great way to keep clothes clean for months and seasons at a time!

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Amidst the novel Coronavirus pandemic, you – like most of the world—are probably social distancing yourself right now, working from home, and possibly going a little stir-crazy. If you need a break from working, vacuuming, Netflix-ing, and scrolling endlessly through Instagram and Facebook, we have some ideas for you. And no, they aren’t the traditional ideas you’ve heard (baking, learning guitar, or reading). While all those activities are great for the potential weeks of isolation, we suggest that you take time to do some deep cleaning.

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We all (hopefully) wash our sheets once a week, our towels every 3 days, and our clothes as often as needed, but when was the last time you washed your pillows?

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Not your pillowcases – your pillows.

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When was the last time your couch got that scrub down it’s been needing? Never? Okay, well now is your chance! Stop putting those daunting tasks off and get clean!

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Washing pillows is something most people don’t think of doing, but do you know how much bacteria 1 pillow can harbor? A lot. More than your toilet seat. It’s said that 1/3 of your pillows weight is due to skin, dust mites and bugs – gross! Luckily, it’s easy to clean pillows!

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Follow these steps:

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1. Remove pillow case
2. Fill washing machine with the hottest water setting and your favorite detergent
3. When cycle is complete, rinse 2-3 times
4. Pop pillows in the dryer, or air-dry them
5. Put on (clean) pillowcases
6. Sleep like a baby

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Now that you’re done with your pillows, let’s move onto the couch. Yes, the couch where you fall asleep watching Sunday afternoon golf, the couch your kids have spilled food on, the couch you have spilled wine on, the couch that is harboring millions of germs, dust mites, and bacteria. This couch can also contain listeria, the flu-causing virus. Still want to Netflix-and-chill on that germ-infested comfy couch? Neither do we. So how can you clean it?

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1. Remove the couch covers
2. Throw those suckers in the wash – make sure you zip up the covers first!
3. Hang dry these guys – you don’t want them to shrink and be rendered unusable

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As for the part of the couch that can’t be thrown in the wash:

1. Mix 1 cup water, ½ vinegar, and 1 TBSP of dish soap in a spray bottle
2. Spray the mixture on the remaining parts of the couch (back, arms, large pillows that can’t be put in washing machine)
3. Let that mixture soak in for a few minutes and then gently rub back and forth with a soft cloth
4. Now just let the coach sit and absorb
5. Check back in an hour and make sure there aren’t any super wet spots
6. Once couch is dry, spray with your favorite disinfectant and finish with some Febreze (your family will thank you)

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We aren’t suggesting you waste time during these social isolation weeks. 2ULaundry is still running and still making laundry and dry cleaning dreams come true. Schedule your pickup today and have clean laundry and dry cleaning done tomorrow! Don’t risk going to the dry cleaners right now, let us do the dirty work for you. Stay home. And as always, stay clean.

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2ULaundry is a premium laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and delivery service available in Charlotte, Atlanta, Tampa, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix. Learn more about 2ULaundry and sign up on our website.

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