Which is better for delicates and to get out Stains, this or a Manual Washboard?? Will a washboard wear out my clothes but get them cleaner?
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The MobileWasher's delicate cycle generates it's power from precise wrist action. While cocking the wrist and utilizing a "GI Joe" type hand grip the user can accurately desoil most fine fabrics. Heavier soiling however requires a looser, more modified dual wrist action that is best used in combination with a "Kung foo" style grip. Full on elbow motion only enhances the efficiency on this stain setting. An open leg stance with hip sway AND full back arching are required to attain a vigorous agitation cycle. In either case, this washer's shaft is sturdy, rock hard, smooth and comfortable to grip. This alone easily separates it from the barbarian like action of a washboard, thus making it an efficient, caring washer for all your filthy fabrics.
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I wouldn't recommend doing that. Just a quick wipe down w- a soapy dishrag.& a quick towel dry works just perfect!!
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I think of my Wonderwash as a hand crank front loader. The key to the Wonderwash is to not over load it. You need head space so that the cloths can tumble while washing and rinsing. I use liquid detergent and softener together while washing, which consists of 200 rotations forward and back. I then let the cloths drain and I refill the tub for a rinse cycle. After another 200 rotations, I drain the water and put the cloths in my spin dryer, which will remove the soap, softener and dyes. I return the clothing to the Wonderwash for the final rinse of 200 rotations and then back to the spin dryer where the water comes out pretty clear and if it doesn't, then i go for another rinse. Keep in mind you can not do your laundry in bulk and for this reason, I believe, that my cloths come out cleaner, which you will notice with your colored cloths by how much dye will be removed when using the Wonderwash and a spin dryer combination for the first time. Cloths that I've had for years, when washed in my Wonderwash for the first time, released a lot of dye, which totally shocked me and made me realize that my cloths weren't really clean at all. For me, obtaining a spin dryer was the key to the whole process. You need to see the water being released from the cloths to decide if they need rinsed another time! Hope this helps. :-)
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Yes it would work. I use it when I take my oversize bedding (king size mattress pad, etc) to the laundromat, along with the detergents in the bottom. It can handle the bedding even though I bring it home wet (equals heavy) because I can't use their dryers because of allergies to the dryer sheets. I would put the dirty clothes in a plastic bag, however. I swear, this thing has an amazing amount of uses. If we didn't live in a small apartment, we'd have another of these on hand in case this one ever breaks. We've had it about 2 1/2 years, though, and use it at least 4-5 days a week and so far it still doesn't even look used! By the way, I wish the best for your mom. Denise Yes it would work. I use it when I take my oversize bedding (king size mattress pad, etc) to the laundromat, along with the detergents in the bottom. It can handle the bedding even though I bring it home wet (equals heavy) because I can't use their dryers because of allergies to the dryer sheets. I would put the dirty clothes in a plastic bag, however. I swear, this thing has an amazing amount of uses. If we didn't live in a small apartment, we'd have another of these on hand in case this one ever breaks. We've had it about 2 1/2 years, though, and use it at least 4-5 days a week and so far... » Read More Yes it would work. I use it when I take my oversize bedding (king size mattress pad, etc) to the laundromat, along with the detergents in the bottom. It can handle the bedding even though I bring it home wet (equals heavy) because I can't use their dryers because of allergies to the dryer sheets. I would put the dirty clothes in a plastic bag, however. I swear, this thing has an amazing amount of uses. If we didn't live in a small apartment, we'd have another of these on hand in case this one ever breaks. We've had it about 2 1/2 years, though, and use it at least 4-5 days a week and so far it still doesn't even look used! By the way, I wish the best for your mom. Denise « Show Less
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I would have to give the same answer as b52 listed here. I wouldn't hesitate to spot clean it, but I would not put it in a washing machine. It's an absolutely marvelous invention!
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I wash all of my personal clothes with this (socks, jeans, undies. Sorted of course.) Two tablespoons will do a great job on a medium sized, medium soiled load. You will love your socks when they come out of the dryer. Don't use softener. Use cool water.
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I have not used for delicates, but I can say the machine has selection of a delicates cycle and you can choose soak only too. Soak setting stirs the water only a few times to mix the soap and water, then sits, maybe that would work too.
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Hi I dont' Wash the clothes in the wash machine,because they are so small,that It's so easy to wash with a hand soap .....for me ir works in perfection like this!
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I use "shout" for laundry. Advantage takes spots out of rugs, cleans counters etc. The label says it can remove any dirt from anything with the correct strength. So it should be safe for clothes - 1 part advantage to 5 parts water. Or something like that.
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HiI dont' Wash the clothes in the wash machine,because they are so small,that It's so easy to wash with a hand soap .....for me ir works in perfection like this!
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Test it first on some crap clothes - but not in the washing machine. The Oil Eater may damage it. I tried Oil Eater on an oil stain on some outdoor carpet, and it cleaned the oil great, but took out some of the color of the carpet.
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We have both styles, all easy to clean and both styles are washable in the washer machine. You can't go wrong with either one.
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I would recommend a soap like dishwashing soap ( Dawn or Palmolive ) as they leave no residue like clothes detergent will.
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I have read that it is, but because I only own 3 total, I prefer to hand wash. I actually use one several times until there is poop on it, then hand wash with soap and water. It literally takes me 30 seconds. By the time the next is dirty, this one is nice and dry. I have read other reviews that say if u let it sit in the hamper, the stain will set.
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We have a tumble washer & it washed up nice in it! It doesn't have to be dry cleaned. 8-)
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I've used it for stains on clothes. Spray...let sit for a couple of minutes. I use a brush to brush the tough stain and it goes away. I have also used for laundry as well. Clothes smell fresh!
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Good question. IMHO, this is the best bang for the buck out there. I assume that you would be using it for quick removal of light dirt between washings and/or final dusting after buffing or prep for show / sale. You will not be disappointed. Light misting only, turning microfiber cloth ofter, not letting cloth get dirty before changing out for another. best use something else on glass.