But with other garments, the verdict isnt quite as clear.

Denim pieces, from theclassic blue jeansto your favorite jacket, can be a tough call.

But dont set the machine to tumble dry just yet.

hand pulling jeans out of the dryer

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In fact, according to Levis, the iconic jeans company, dryers and denim are natural enemies.

Running your jeans through a high-heat cycle is not the best option.

Plus, itll probably leave your blue jeans feeling more comfortable for longer tooa true win-win.

And, according to appliance company Whirlpool, heat may even causeyellowing or fading.

Plus, your clothes wont be left hanging around your laundry or living room.

If youve decided to dry your jeans, choose the cycle with the lowest temperature available.

Additionally, Whirlpool suggestsadding dryer ballsto the cycle tokeep the denim moving.