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You've probably been "stung" by electricity while putting on your favourite T-shirt. This is a phenomenon that occurs when two bodies come into contact (most often friction), which leads to an accumulation of electrical charge on their surface that moves from one material to the other. This leads to an imbalance between the negative and positive charges in the two surfaces. And because objects with opposite charges attract each other, clothes start to stick together because of the static electricity. This phenomenon is quite common. It is referred to as static electricity on laundry after washing. In this article, you will find out why this phenomenon occurs and how to get rid of it effectively.

Static electricity in clothing is a phenomenon that can be observed especially during the drier and colder times of the year. It occurs when two different materials rub against each other, transferring electrical charges. It is created between two pieces of clothing or between clothing and skin.

Causes of static electricity in clothing

Static electricity is caused by electrical charges. Two materials start rubbing against each other, electrons start passing from one material to the other. One becomes charged with a negative charge (the material gains an excess of electrons) and the other with a positive charge. This phenomenon is also called the triboelectric effect.

Combining synthetic materials such as polyester, nylon and acrylic increase the generation of static electricity because these materials generate and maintain static electricity more than natural materials such as cotton or wool. They are non-conductive, which means that electrical charges build up on the surface because they cannot easily dissipate.

Environmental impact

The environment plays a significant role in the generation of static electricity. Since water in the air is conductive in the summer months or in areas with high humidity, static charges are more easily dissipated. In winter, the humidity decreases, leading to the build-up of charges on the surface of materials.

Consequences and inconveniences

Static electricity in clothing causes several inconveniences such as a feeling of shock when we touch someone else or a metal object. It also causes aesthetic inconveniences, clothing sticks to the skin or to another piece of clothing which is often uncomfortable or when trying to style hair, the hair is attracted to the clothing, which results in them "standing up".

Tips and tricks to get rid of static electricity

• Use perfumed washing oil. Not only will you get rid of static electricity on your clothes, but your laundry will also smell nice. If you don't have them at home, vinegar is just as effective.
• Wool dryer balls, which you can also find in the Giovani brand range, will also help.
• Use wetting agent or water. If you notice a lot of static electricity on your laundry after washing, you can spray it with gently lukewarm water or use a fabric moistening spray.
• Use a protective bag designed for washing delicate laundry.
• Place a safety pin on the inside of the garment where it will not be visible.
• Wire hanger can take some of the electrical charge back. Run the hanger along the inside of your clothes just before or after putting them on to keep the static electricity contained. This works very well together with silk.

Static electricity on your laundry will no longer be a scarecrow for you. Combat it with our tips and make your life a little more pleasant.

Because we pay shipping companies for postage, as absolutely every e-shop pays them, and we can't just give money away. There is NO FREE shipping. You always pay it. It is unrealistic for free shipping to be provided for an order as low as the order value for samples. Our company does not advocate this advertising gimmick sometimes used on customers by companies who hide the shipping costs in the product margin and pretend that you get free shipping. You don't, you pay for it in the price of the product, the price of which thus reveals that it is only artificially inflated by these costs, which does not testify to the quality of such a product but rather to its low-cost production. Thus, you are not paying for the quality of the product in the price of the product, but for the hidden costs of the actual shipping paid by the seller. No carrier is going to deliver thousands of parcels to any e-shop for free.

Giovani^® is a registered trademark and represents the highest quality of laundry perfumes on the market. You will not find a better quality product of this kind on the market. We manufacture high quality products and therefore we cannot include a realistic cost of shipping into the product margins and pretend that "shipping is free". It's not, we pay for it. The price of our products reflects their quality, not the real shipping costs we pay to the carriers. We do not have low cost cheaply made products. Free shipping or exorbitant discounts tend to be given on non-lucrative, low-interest, hard-to-sell inferior quality products that the retailer can't sell, lying around in stock, etc. We do not have such products. There is a huge interest in our brand due to its highest quality on the market.

We offer free shipping for orders over 50 EUR, but we do not want to use advertising tricks on our customers with terms like "free shipping" even for lower orders and thus deceive customers or reduce the quality of products and services provided, etc.

Our brand has won customers with high quality products but also fast service. Giovani^® is the fastest growing laundry perfume brand in the Slovak market and other markets of neighbouring countries. No other laundry perfume brand has grown as fast as Giovani^® after its entry into the market. In the first 9 months we have achieved what took other brands several years. We have been on the market since December 2022. We want to maintain our quality. That's why you can be sure that with us you are paying for real value and high quality. Because quality has a value too.

The normal price that every e-shop with a well-negotiated contract pays to the cheapest carrier in Slovakia is approximately 2.25 EUR (+ possibly a cash on delivery fee if the shipment is COD). And approximately the same amount is paid for the smallest and lightest possible shipment (samples). With thousands of orders a day, providing free shipping would mean several thousand euro financial losses for the retailer per day.

Numerical calculation of the "free" shipping

If it is still not clear why it is not possible, normal and economically right for an e-shop to also provide free shipping for orders of such a low value, let us try to illustrate this more concretely with an example: if an e-shop has e.g. 3,000 orders of samples per day, it will pay approximately 6,750 EUR for the shipping of all shipments to the carrier. Since the e-shop has provided the shipping to the customer for free even with such a low order value, this means a daily financial loss for the e-shop of around EUR 6,750 and a monthly loss of EUR 209,250.

Is it okay from the point of view of the financial stability and responsibility of the company, from the point of view of maintaining, sustaining or possibly even improving the quality of the company's products and services, to voluntarily incur such huge financial losses? And that just so that the e-shop can attract a wide range of customers? Is it normal to buy customers with a monthly sum of around  209,250 EUR thrown in the bin? Is such a company's behaviour responsible to the state authorities, the labour inspectorate, the tax office and so on?

What is the lesson?

If you are looking for a quality product that you plan to use and enjoy its top-notch qualities, it's not worth hesitating over the euro or two that needs to be paid for the shipping. Would it be worth it to buy a poor quality product that you will never order again just because the shipping was "free" when you bought it? It wasn't worth it. If you're looking for quality, don't look for the biggest discount on the internet. Because you certainly won't find the quality you want there. A quality product and service are always worth something.

Taking sufficient care of your washing machine and dryer is also important to ensure that laundry detergents, including laundry perfumes, perform 100% of their function. If one of the appliances is not sufficiently maintained, or is clogged from using previous laundry detergents, the effectiveness of the perfume or fabric softener is reduced. Therefore, we recommend that you take sufficient care and attention to your washer and dryer.

An important first step is to choose the right washing machine and dryer. Once you have provided your home with these appliances, it is important to use and maintain them appropriately to ensure that they work properly and for a long time. A washing machine is an essential piece of equipment for every household. Whatever type of washing machine you use, remember to take proper care to keep it in good condition. A tumble dryer simplifies the running of the household, as its use eliminates the need to hang wet laundry.

Adhering to set guidelines

Invest in quality products, which are our laundry perfumes. In order to keep your appliances in good health for a long time, it is also important to take care when choosing laundry detergents and not to contaminate them with poor quality products. Laundry oils are used in minimal quantities and therefore put less strain on the washing machine than bulky detergents.

An added bonus of using our products is the long lasting and intense fragrances. Your laundry and home will be uniquely scented for a long time. Wash and dry your laundry at the desired temperature according to the type of laundry and adjust the selected programme accordingly. Adhering to the set guidelines and using high-quality products leads to the quality functioning of appliances and the prevention of potential problems.

Keeping dryer filters clean

If your tumble dryer is not equipped with an automatic filter cleaning function, make sure to regularly remove trapped textile fibres. Remove the filter, rinse it and leave it to dry. Wipe the inside of the dryer and then insert the filter. Think also about the condenser tank, from which, when using some types of dryer, it is necessary to pour out water. Even if you use this appliance, avoid overloading it and leave the dryer open after use.

Refresh your wardrobe

Adequate maintenance, the right washing powder and our laundry perfumes guarantee fragrant laundry. After all, that's what laundry is all about - scented clothes that we're happy to wear. Laundry oils are an excellent substitute for fabric softener.

It is an innovative and the most fragrant substitute for fabric softener. Your laundry will smell great even after you put it in your closet. You can choose a quality laundry perfume from our wide range, which includes exclusive limited editions. Long-lasting and intensely scented laundry will reassure you of the correct use.

The care and maintenance of your washing machine and tumble dryer is key to their long life and efficient operation. In case of neglected care and irregular cleaning, the performance of the appliances is reduced and clogged filters lead to increased energy consumption. After washing, leave the door and reservoir open to allow adequate aeration. In addition, it is important to clean the seals and rubber parts regularly to prevent odours and mould. It is important to be careful of clothing that contains metal or plastic parts such as the underwire on a bra. A simple precaution against these items of clothing getting caught in the bowels of the washing machine is a cloth bag. Appropriate detergents are also essential to protect and care for your washing machine, do not use aggressive detergents or solvents, they could damage the appliance.

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Veronika Forraiová, team Giovani^®

Don't you love it when your favourite t-shirt, sweatshirt or skirt gradually loses its original shade? You can significantly slow down the colour change so that you can enjoy them for as long as possible. We'll advise you on how to wash your clothes properly and in what condition to preserve their colour.

Sort dark, coloured and light

The first principle to help you preserve the colour of your clothes is to sort them before washing. White pieces should be put in the washing machine separately. Otherwise, you could easily end up taking them out with a tinge of colour from other clothes or even stains.

You can put black and dark colours in the wash together. Clothes in paler shades too. Washing the same colours together helps prevent both unwanted staining and loss of colour. Turning clothes inside out also helps to protect the colours. One of the many benefits of Giovani^® laundry perfumes is that they help to keep clothes vibrant and fade-free.

Pleasant-smelling laundry not only after you take it out of the washing machine, but also after it has been in your wardrobe for a long time. That's a goal every housewife wants to achieve. In addition to the right detergent, temperature and washing method, you also need to add a suitable detergent as a replacement for fabric softener, which not only takes care of the colour of your clothes, but also of the scent that lasts. For an intense and long-lasting scent, Giovani^® laundry perfumes are the way to go.

They are made from concentrated fragrance essences. Thanks to their high content, your laundry will retain its acquired fragrance even after drying your clothes in the dryer. The laundry perfume is used in a miniature quantity of 5 ml per 4 kg of laundry. The perfume is then released into a huge amount of water at a suitable temperature and is washed usually for more than an hour with 4 kg of laundry. In the washing machine the perfume dissolves very well and quickly. Therefore, no residue or stains are left behind. Laundry perfumes are suitable for all types of fabrics. Their small amount when used does not pollute the washing machine and helps the colour of your clothes.

For white laundry, choose a washing powder with special bleaching ingredients to help remove even heavier soiling from your clothes. For coloured pieces, you should definitely use a washing powder designed for coloured laundry that contains colour-protecting ingredients.

Would you like your black t-shirt not to go grey over time? Liquid detergents that contain ingredients for black clothes are suitable for this purpose. For delicate fabrics, such as wool or silk, you will need a separate product. Also follow the recommended dosage, which can be found on the packaging.

The difference may be in the dosage of powder for very dirty laundry. As we have already mentioned, our Giovani^® laundry oils contain an ingredient that makes sure your laundry stays full of life and colour even after washing.

Cold water washing

One other way to preserve the colour of your clothes when washing them is to wash them in cold water. This method is gentle on your clothes but also on your wallet. In addition to the colour, cold water helps prevent shrinking and shrinking of fabric, it doesn't stain and is environmentally friendly. Remember, however, that some garments need to be rid of odours, bacteria or stains and to do this you need to use a higher temperature when washing. These are usually towels or bed linen.

How often to wash

How often we should wash depends on several factors such as the type of clothes, activities and personal preferences. Underwear, socks, swimsuits and workout clothes need to be washed after every use. Bed linen should be washed once a week and towels after the 3rd-4th. Towels should be used between the 4th and 4th use. Jeans, shorts and trousers should be washed less frequently. The interval is approximately every 3-4 uses, it is important to pay attention to the material and wear of the fabrics. Seasonal clothing such as coats, hats, scarves and gloves do not need to be washed more than every few weeks or after the season is over. The most important thing to remember is that sweat plays an important role, because if you sweat more, you should wash more often.