Summer brings sunshine, sandy beach days, sticky ice cream hands, and more laundry than ever. Whether you’re tackling watermelon juice stains or trying to revive beach towels, your laundry room deserves a seasonal strategy. At KAM Appliances, we know that small tips and the right tools can make a big difference. Here's your go-to summer laundry guide and top 5 tips for fresh, clean clothes all season long.
Top Summer Stains & How to Treat Them
1. Watermelon & Fruit Juice Stains
These sugary stains love to set fast. Blot the spot (don’t rub!) with cold water, pretreat with a stain remover or vinegar solution, and wash on cold. Avoid the dryer until the stain disappears.
2. Ice Cream & Popsicle Stains
The classic summer drip! Rinse with cold water ASAP, apply dish soap or laundry detergent directly to the stain, let sit, and wash normally. For stubborn stains, opt for a steam cycle if your washer has it.
3. Grass & Dirt Stains from Summer Sports
Grass stains benefit from a pre-treatment using an enzyme-based stain remover or a paste of baking soda and water. Scrub gently, then wash on warm or heavy-duty depending on fabric.
4. BBQ Sauce & Mustard Stains
Tackle these colorful condiments with dish soap or a pre-wash stain spray. Let sit for 10–15 minutes, then wash in warm water. Repeat if needed. Avoid the dryer until the stain disappears.
5. Sand & Smells in Beach Towels
Shake towels outside to remove excess sand. Use warm water, vinegar, and a second rinse cycle to remove musty smells and residues. Skip fabric softener to keep towels fluffy and absorbent.
Laundry Tips to Simplify Summer Washing
Best Laundry Appliances for Summer Cleaning
Speed Queen Washing Machines: Commercial-grade durability for families that go through mountains of laundry. Reliable and built to last.
GE Profile Washers & Dryers: Known for smart features like antimicrobial technology and steam settings to sanitize summer messes.
Electrolux Front-Load Washers: Offers targeted stain-fighting and gentle cycles that preserve fabrics while cleaning deep.
Bosch & Miele Compact Washers: Compact yet powerful solutions perfect for beach homes, cottages, or smaller laundry spaces, without sacrificing performance.
Keep Your Summer Laundry Fresh
Summer memories are worth the mess. With a few stain-fighting tricks and reliable, high-performance laundry appliances, you can spend less time cleaning and more time enjoying the season. Stop by one of our showrooms or explore our full line of energy-efficient washers and dryers online to upgrade your summer laundry experience.
Explore Laundry Appliances at KAM