As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. All clothes wear out eventually (it’s inevitable), but armed with some simple, inexpensive supplies and a little know-how, you can keep beloved staples looking better, longer — and even breathe new life into tired duds.Here’s a roundup of the best products for washing, drying, and maintaining your clothes, plus plenty of tips on how to use them most effectively. Everything in this guide has been exhaustively tested by Wirecutter’s laundry experts, and nothing costs an arm and a leg — proof that looking spiffy doesn’t have to be spendy.