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Set of 6 XL wool dryer balls Plain White

All the wool, none of the faces. Quietly does the job.

6 balls, each about 7.5 cm (roughly 3 in) across
100% New Zealand wool, felted by hand
Up to 1,000 loads
Comes in a Wooly Heroes drawstring bag

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Up close

No faces, all wool

Six plain white balls that quietly do the job.

What arrives

Six plain white wool dryer balls
A Wooly Heroes drawstring bag to keep them in

Each ball is felted by hand, so size and texture vary slightly from ball to ball.

Good to know

Use 3 to 6 balls for small and medium loads, all 6 for large ones.
A little fuzz at first is normal. Trim loose fibers if you like.
Like a light scent? Add a drop or two of essential oil and let it soak in first.

Full how-to and care tips

What they do

Plain wool, hard at work

Softer laundry

Wool tumbles between your clothes and softens them as they dry. No liquid softener needed.

Instead of dryer sheets

One set replaces disposable dryer sheets for up to 1,000 loads.

Helps calm static

Wool helps reduce static cling and wrinkles, so laundry is easier to fold.

Helps cut drying time

Keeping clothes apart lets warm air move through the load. How much depends on your dryer and load.

Wool dryer balls vs dryer sheets: an honest comparison

The craft

Felted and finished by hand

Every Wooly Heroes set is hand-felted from premium New Zealand wool by women artisans, rolled with warm soapy water until it’s firm, then finished by hand. No two balls are quite the same, which is part of the charm.

See how they’re made

Good questions

Before you choose

Do wool dryer balls actually work?

Yes. Wool dryer balls tumble between your clothes and keep them apart, so warm air can move through the load instead of around a damp bundle. That helps cut drying time, softens fabric naturally and helps reduce static cling and wrinkles.

Results depend on your dryer, the load and the fabrics, so give your crew a few loads to settle in.

How many wool dryer balls should I use per load?

Use 3 to 6 for a small or medium load, and all 6 for a large load, towels or bedding. The more of the crew in the drum, the more clothes they keep apart. Not sure? Toss in all six.

Will my set look exactly like the photos?

Very nearly. Each ball is felted by hand, so size and texture vary slightly from ball to ball.

How big are Wooly Heroes dryer balls?

Each ball is about 3 inches (7.5 cm) across and weighs about 1.8 oz (50 g), a generous XL size. Every set has six balls and a drawstring bag to keep the crew together.

How long do wool dryer balls last?

Up to 1,000 loads. They get a little smoother and more compact as the wool keeps felting, which is normal. Not sure whether yours are ready to retire? Email [email protected] and we’ll take a look with you.