12 supplies that make doing laundry way easier, according to a pro dry cleaner

There's nothing like spilling wine on your favorite shirt or discovering a bra clasp snagged and ripped in the washer to put a damper on your day. The average person spends hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars each year on clothing and linens, so tossing a stained or defective piece is like throwing money away. That's not to mention the standard fading and pilling that comes with regular washing … or the tireless ironing and other attempts to keep wrinkles at bay.

To the rescue: Zachary Pozniak, a fourth-generation dry cleaner (@jeeves_ny) and author of The Laundry Book who spends his livelihood cleaning and reviving clothing, linens and accessories for New York City residents. He's seen and tried it all, and he's sharing some of his top hacks and product picks to make laundry less of a chore.

Read on for 12 cleaning products, from stain-busters to fabric brighteners (and some handy gadgets along the way), that will help you run your laundry room like a pro. When you're finished, be sure to check out these other cleaning supplies experts swear by. Hey, the more you know…

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