How should I use it in a washing machine? I live in an apartment. So should I put it directly as laundry detergent or should I have it diluted first? Please advise. Thanks!
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I just pour a full cap of the antiseptic liquid into the washing machine with the running water and soak the clothes in the water for five to ten minutes before adding any detergent. You can add a little more for larger loads. The Dettol liquid needs to be diluted first before being applied to skin or cloth.
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I will sometimes add a capfull or two to my laundry, as well as what ever detergen used.
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I would add as is, if you already have water in the washing machine. Even if you add it to the load before the water is on, in my experience it will not harm any clothing. Just make sure the clothes go through the rinse cycle.
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I think you could use it for "handwashing." With washing machines as advanced as they are these days, I use the "handwashing" specific cycle and use Tyler Diva wash when doing so. Now if you were truly handwashing in a sink with cold water, the product seems delicate enough that it would be fine. I gotta tell you though, the bonus of this beautifully scented product is that when you do use it in the washer (regardless of cycle), it wafts throughout and makes the entire house smell amazing. Not sure my answer helps, but there are my thoughts.
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Yep! We got an LG HE washer and I use soapnuts instead of store-bought detergent. For a full load, I put a handful of the nuts in a clean sock, the tie it and throw the sock into the washer with the laundry. Wash with warm water then rinse with cold water works best, but washing with cold water works fine too. I just love the smell of my laundry afterwards...a light but very refreshing smell!
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You can use in any type washing machine, even hand washing. Just us appropriate amount. You don't want to use more than what u need. My suggestion is putting Tyler wash while agitator is in motion.
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Definitely not to be used in replacement for a detergent. I have really hard water too (Florida) and use it as a booster. It says it does act as a water softener. I also use a fabric softener (liquid) and notice a difference. For the price, I say try it out & see. Worst case if you don't notice a difference, you haven't lost much money. And it can also be used as a household cleaner if you don't notice a difference. The box has a ton of instructions for use on it. Hope that helps!
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No don't use it in your laundry soap. I've tried everything and oils make spots on your clothes and don't contribute to the smell that much. Message me back if you want more advice. I have been doing laundry soap for years and I have a great recipe.
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I use this (and only this) as my laundry detergent, I add baking soda as a booster. It's GREAT if you have sensitive skin (my grandsons do). It will not foam up like regular detergents do (don't add extra). if your laundry load is less than a full load, cut back on the washing soda. It doesn't leave any residue in your clothes like regular laundry detergent does.Hope this helps. I have been using this and only this for the past 4 years. No complaints!!!!!
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I've never tried it and I don't think I would. I think you would need so much in a washer so it's not diluted out that it wouldn't be worth while. Also it's an oil and likely would spot or stain clothing.
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I have heard there is a recipe for laundry detergent you can make with Dr. Bronners and washing soda and a few other things - I do not have the recipe - could you Google it? I know it makes a ton and is very cheap - a friend gave me a jug - it worked great.
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My understanding is that you wash it in the clothes washer. You should be able to put it in there. When I bought it I think it said that is the way to do it.
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Hi John! I use the soap as a part of my homemade detergent and I also have an HE washer. It works just fine for me!
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There is no good answer for public washing machines. This is more of a "laundry" type product, which, in order to not be "washed out" by the detergent itself, can only then go in the rinse cycle. If I had allergies and were truly concerned I'd wash clothes once on hot water cycle, rinse cold w/o the product. Then, you know the clothes are clean and rinsed. Then do a second wash on HOT and during the wash cycle use this product in place of the soap, with regular rinse. This is what I do at home when I know there may be any issue from filthy clothes from sports, gardening, etc... It is worth it if you are fearing cross-contamination. Better yet, get a small unit for your apartment, they have those that can even run off a sink.
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The only times I've used it for laundry I have used it as an additive and have been very happy with the results. It is a powder and I don't like using powder detergent for laundry. I mostly use this product for its excellent cleaning capabilities.
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I do not know what the manufacturer says about using it in the washing machine, but YES I often use it in the washing machine. Sometimes alone and sometimes with a small amount of fragrance free washing liquid. Do not use too much b/c it is so concentrated. I have even used it to wash my sheets so they will stay fresh in the closet. It leaves clothes very soft when you use it in the washing machine.
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any detergent you like and it's one teaspoon or one tablespoon. I have one but it started leaking and now doesn't spin. Was the best thing for me. Trying to find me another one.
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Label: "1.Use only oversized commercial front-loading washing machine with a rotating drum action. Do not use top-loading agitator style machines. 2. Wash warm. Rinse cold on gentle cycle using 1/4 cup mild detergent. Use fabric softener in wash. (Do not use detergents with bleach.) 3. Tumble dry at low temperature in an oversized commercial dryer. 4. Alternative method: Hand wash in bathtub. Follow instructions as in #2. 5. Bag must be thoroughly dry before being rolled and stored." So, it's high maintenance to wash this. But I think it's worth it.
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I have the same type of washer. I just put it in right after the detergent, in the same drawer. I know it's not the way the directions on the bottle say to do it, but I have never had a problem.