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Post by jmurray on Sept 4, 2014 10:34:15 GMT
For those of you who use vinegar, how much do you put in a full load? My machine is a top loader that has a cup on top of the agitator for softener, so I assume that's where I add the vinegar? It just seems it wouldn't hold enough vinegar for a full load, but maybe I don't need that much? I have a front loader and put the vinegar in where the bleach would go. If it's a full load, i fill it up to the max line. It's not that much. I use it along with the normal detergent. Thanks momofkandn  |
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Post by fruitysuet on Sept 4, 2014 11:55:22 GMT
None. I used to use fabric softener in the washing machine but stopped that (I realised I couldn't really tell a difference those times I forgot to use it, except for the smell). I used the drier balls for a while but now use nothing and have no problems with either smell or static. I never put things in the drier straight out of the washing machine though. It is always line dried or partially dried over the radiators in the winter, then put in the drier when almost dry just to get it so most stuff doesn't need ironing!
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Post by msliz on Sept 4, 2014 13:31:09 GMT
None. I quit using them to reduce our chemical exposure. No fabric softener either.
I noticed a slight difference in the texture of the clothes (no static problem,) but it's certainly not worth it to me to go back to using them.
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Post by Miss Ang on Sept 4, 2014 13:43:04 GMT
I never use more than one and I live in Illinois where the climate changes all the time. I use Bounce if I have a coupon but typically the brand from Aldi. I have no trouble with static cling.
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Post by ~Susan~ on Sept 4, 2014 14:25:15 GMT
For those of you who use vinegar, how much do you put in a full load? My machine is a top loader that has a cup on top of the agitator for softener, so I assume that's where I add the vinegar? It just seems it wouldn't hold enough vinegar for a full load, but maybe I don't need that much? I would just use however much fabric softner I had been using. It will probably take several loads of using vinegar to strip out the fabric softner you have been using. |
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Post by rumplesnat on Sept 4, 2014 14:27:52 GMT
Only one. The only time I really have trouble with static is when I wash my husband's Under Armor workout shirts...that fabric is horrendous. Bounce seems to help vs. other brands.
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Post by gossamer on Sept 4, 2014 15:46:00 GMT
None, I use the felted balls and put a drop or 2 of essential oils on one of the balls.
When I did use them, only one per load.
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Post by lorieann13 on Sept 4, 2014 15:51:54 GMT
1/2 sheet in fall, winter,and early spring. None in spring and summer.
We get Santa Ana wings that make everything extremely staticy and half a sheet works great.
I also line dry and just fluff my clothes and that helps a lot too
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Post by Deleted on Sept 4, 2014 15:53:30 GMT
I've always just used one, but I also use alpaca balls in my dryer help out. Alpaca Balls - I use them instead of tennis balls because they absorb moisture and dry things faster and since they are solid, they don't make as much noise. They also cut down on static cling and fluff things up. With towels, I only use the alpaca balls and no softener sheet. You can make your own out of any animal wool that can be felted. |
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Post by flanz on Sept 4, 2014 16:03:24 GMT
None. The smells bother my asthma and I feel they ruin clothes to be honest. I buy Bounce unscented.. i can't handle any of the perfumey odors added to products. I live in a pretty temperate climate with no real "winter". I use one sheet multiple times with no static. ETA - thanks so much to those who have mentioned the felted wool balls!! I'd never heard of them but am about to order some. If I like them as much as PPs do, I think I'll be gifting these to lots of friends. I love replacing disposable items with reusable ones, and I love anything that reduces the amount of chemicals in our lives/world!! |
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Post by flanz on Sept 4, 2014 16:16:30 GMT
I stopped using those a long time ago and went with a softener added to the wash but only a small amount. Recently, I found the most amazing thing while at a farmer's market. There was a lady that had yarn that she makes along with various wool items. She had a basket of wool balls (felted wool?). They are about the size of a tennis ball and I thought made for kids/dogs. It turns out they are for putting in the dryer. They alleviate any static and are supposed to help dry clothes faster. I was dubious but they were also kind of pretty so I bought three figuring I could put them somewhere or let the dog play with them if nothing else. Well, I have to tell you -- what a wonderful product. They totally eliminate any static. I don't think they shorten the dry cycle but that part wasn't important to me. I can't imagine ever using anything else. They also sell them on Amazon: smile.amazon.com/Smart-Sheep-Handmade-Eco-friendly-All-Natural/dp/B00GA9P5P0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409774598&sr=8-1&keywords=Wool+dryer+ballsIt's a win-win -- both economical and also great for the environment. Thanks! I just ordered these. I am trying to get away from the residue of the chemicals on my clothes. I have seen these for sale, but didn't know if they worked. I think they will be perfect for my needs. I am so happy to learn about these!!! Off to place an order! many thanks! |
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Sept 4, 2014 17:41:55 GMT
I don't use any.
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Post by mamanay on Sept 4, 2014 17:53:08 GMT
99.5% of the time I use NONE. If I am doing the acrylic blend fuzzy blankets I use 1/2 of a sheet cause they feel nicer that way and my hair then doesn't end up all static-y.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Sept 4, 2014 17:53:10 GMT
I stopped using them to reduce the amount of toxins in our environment. I use white vinegar on towels and sheets. I've been curious about the felted balls. Do they affect how long clothes will last? Seems like the friction might not be a good thing?
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Post by melanell on Sept 4, 2014 18:44:13 GMT
We used to use them only on our clothing. (Ditto the earlier comment about towels.) BUT we used only unscented ones. And we used half each time. We'd cut a mess of them in half and stick them back in the box.
But eventually we noticed that a few times they seemed to leave marks on some of our things, so we switched to just vinegar or vinegar and a bit of 7th generation liquid one instead.
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Post by melanell on Sept 4, 2014 18:45:43 GMT
I have to say, though, I believe that maybe the neighbor uses multiple sheets. I swear I can tell she's doing laundry from a mile away.  She uses something that's probably called Spring Rain over a Flowery Meadow. It's very strong and very floral.  |
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