Static clothes occur when two dissimilar materials rub together, causing an imbalance of electrons, resulting in a buildup of static electricity. Static electricity can be annoying, causing clothes to cling to the body or to each other, and can even be dangerous in some situations, such as when handling flammable materials.
There are several ways to avoid static clothes. One is to use fabric softener in the laundry. Fabric softeners contain ingredients that coat the fibers of the fabric, reducing friction and the buildup of static electricity. Another way to avoid static clothes is to hang clothes to dry instead of putting them in the dryer. The tumbling action of the dryer can create friction and cause static electricity to build up. Finally, you can use anti-static sheets in the dryer. Anti-static sheets contain chemicals that neutralize static electricity.