Water softeners, however, remove mineral deposits from hard water. Fabric softeners come as liquids, dryer sheets, and in dryer dispensers. Liquid fabric softeners are added to the final rinse water of the washing cycle. Fabric softener sheets are added to each drying cycle. Fabric softener dispensers are fixed to the side of the dryer and soften laundry for several drying cycles before they must be replaced.
Cautions Follow the package instructions carefully for best results.
To prevent spotting, be sure to dilute liquid soft-ener in water before adding it to the laundry. Dryer sheets may cause oily spots on some fabrics. Check garments carefully as they are removed from the dryer. If spots occur, rub them with a detergent paste and rewash. This will help keep clothes looking nice longer.