List of U.S. state abbreviations. This is a list of U.S. state abbreviations. Abbreviations and codes for the states and possessions of the United States are used for postal addresses, data processing, general abbreviations, and other purposes. Also included in this list are abbreviations for three independent nations related to the United States through the Compact of Free Association.
When learning how to wash clothes with minimal shrinkage, avoid using hot water. The combination of mechanical agitation and hot water from your washing machine causes clothes to shrink. Since extreme heat causes certain fibers to tighten and shrink in size, use only cold water in order to wash your clothes with minimal shrinkage. If you are concerned about needing hot water to remove stains, simply pre-soak stained areas with cold water and a bit of detergent. Following are directions on how to wash clothes with minimal shrinkage.
Tips To Prevent Your Clothes From Shrinking: 1  Dry your clothes on the lowest heat setting possible. 2  Consider investing in a sweater drying rack (uses room-temperature air) to dry your wool and all-cotton garments. 3  Read, and follow, the care instructions on your garmentsâ labels. 4  Avoid drying your clothes multiple times. One time should do the trick. You can air-dry clothes by hanging them from the shower rod in your bathroom. Use the cold water setting on your washing machine. When a load of laundry is finished drying, immediately remove it from the unit and begin folding it. Some dryers have a âtumbleâ setting which only uses motion to dry clothes. Use this setting when drying delicate clothes that would otherwise shrink.