What is lint?

Lint is the term often used for the small fibers and particles that accumulate in clothing and fabrics during washing and wearing. Lint is a type of textile waste that includes pieces of clothing fibers, dust, and hair. Lint can be found in your washing machine filter, clothes dryer vent, and on your clothes. It can also create a risk of fire if it accumulates in your dryer vent.

There are several ways to reduce lint build-up, such as using a lint roller or brush, washing clothes inside out, using fabric softener, and selecting fabrics that shed less. Regular cleaning of your washing machine filter and dryer vent can also help to reduce lint accumulation.

Lint can be recycled and used for various purposes, such as insulation, stuffing, and composting. Some companies also use lint to produce new fabrics, filling materials, and paper products. Reducing, recycling, and reusing lint can help to reduce textile waste and promote sustainability.