DRYER BALLS… DO YOU SAY IT?

Why dryer balls will (really) change your laundry routine?

Little known in France, dryer balls are nevertheless popular in other countries around the world. They have many advantages, and at Pikoc, we've become fans. Shall we introduce you?

Generally sold in sets of three or four, they will revolutionize your drying process, if you use a tumble dryer of course.

Okay, maybe not revolutionary, we're exaggerating a bit. Well, although... These balls present very, very good arguments. There are two types of dryer balls, plastic or wool. But we recommend you choose 100% natural balls, which are more responsible and quieter.

USING DRYER BALLS

First, let us explain how to use them.

It couldn't be simpler!

When you put your laundry in your dryer, make sure you bring your new companions with you. Simply place the set of balls directly into the drum. Then choose your usual program (or if you're unsure, check out our article on tumble dryers ) and off you go!

THE BENEFITS OF DRYER BALLS

• They reduce drying time by 25%, or even almost half for some balls . Hello energy savings! A double gesture for the planet and for your wallet. But how does it work? They absorb moisture if they are made of wool and continually separate the laundry, thus passing warm air between the garments. They retain the warm air to diffuse it through your textiles. They agitate... and it works!
• They naturally soften your laundry. This may be due to the nubs if the balls are plastic, but more importantly, to the wool microfibers that are released if your dryer balls are wool.
• They reduce static electricity if they are made of wool.
• They have a long lifespan. Expect to last between 2 and 5 years depending on the size of the balls and your use.

HANDMADE FOR YOUR DRYER E

After testing (and approving!) these famous wool dryer balls, we wanted to offer you this gem. We then set out to find a supplier who embodied all the values we hold dear.

This is how Cécile went to Nepal, to Kathmandu, to visit a manufacturing workshop.

We chose this partner primarily for the quality of its raw materials. In fact, the balls are made from 100% New Zealand wool, one of the highest quality wools in the world… No additives, no plastic.

But most importantly, the manufacturing center employs women, which is unfortunately still rare in Nepal. It is with this in mind that we decided to become their partner and support these women.

Regarding manufacturing, everything is still very artisanal, and each ball is shaped by hand:

• The wool is first weighed.
• It is then formed into a ball and tamped by hand to compact it.
• The ball is then washed, then tapped and shaken to continue compacting it as much as possible. It's solid!
• Then comes the finishing with the chisel, before the final stage where the ball is compacted one last time.

Try it and you'll love it!

And at Pikoc, we wanted to add our own personal touch.

Maybe you have an idea?

The scented gesture continues to creep into your daily life. Indeed, you can add a few drops of perfume concentrate , made in France, before putting them in the dryer. Orange Blossom, Iris Burst, Mythic Wood… All you have to do is make your choice for dry and delicately scented laundry.