What detergent do you use with cloth diapers to make them last?
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I use Rockin Green detergent. We have softened water, so I use the Soft Rock. I also use the Funk Rock soak. My sister recommended OxyClean for bad stains and now I use that sometimes too. I've had my diapers in use for a year, but she's had hers 4 years - she's on the second baby.
818244
I've used Allen's Detergent & Charlie's Soap, but I think any biodegradable soap would do. The phosphates in other soaps leave residue preventing the diaper's absorbancy, and ultimately irritating baby's skin. You also need to use a stripping detergent like Sensi-Clean or Sports-Wash every two months to keep them from build up and bad smells.
818245
We just use Tide Free and Clear and they are holding up great. That is what I think FuzzyBunz recommends to keep the warrenty
1542252
I've used a rag with a little bit of laundry detergent. Worked pretty good. Kept it out of reach from the little guy until it dried.
788866
Wash them with baby-safe detergent as you would any new clothing item that will be touching baby's skin. Never use fabric softeners - it will cause them to be less absorbent. A helpful tip my mom gave me: when washing them after use, include up to three tablespoons of vinegar. I guess a tablespoon per 10 diapers would be adequate. It will neutralize the ammonium in the urine (uric acid) and keep them from building up a stink.
788863
The advice to use special detergent is really not necessary. In order to prep cloth diapers made of natural fibers (cotton, bamboo, hemp), it is recommended that you wash then dry 3 to 5 times. You should dry between each wash. Because they are not soiled with human waste, feel free to throw them in with your regular laundry such as towels. The reason for the multiple washes is to help get the natural oils off the cloth that are present with natural fibers. For this reason, it is often recommended not to prep them with your other cloth diapers (for the concern of the other diapers getting the oils on them and then causing repelling issues.) I have never done this though, and I've never experienced an issue with repelling. Also, in regards to special laundry detergents... Rock n Green and other "CD Safe" detergents are a total joke. They don't clean well at all, and most people who start out using this detergent end up with stink issues in their diapers (they look clean but smell awful when wet) and even rash issues. It's not complicated with cloth diapers. Just be common sense about them... (don't use fabric softener as that coats the diapers and can cause them to be less absorbent.) Consider them your dirtiest clothes. Wash with a good mainstream detergent such as Tide Ultra Powder and use plenty of detergent (a full scoop) because you want to get out all the yuckies! Rinse a couple of times if you have lots of suds. I know this answer is above and beyond your question, but I just hate to see bad information shared! Cloth diapering fails when it becomes too complicated and when rashes happen due to diapers not being cleaned well. Good luck and have fun with it!
2124407
Absolutely, been using with cloth diapers, and all my other laundry, for 15 months now. I wash thed iapers with hot water, and a little sack of soap nuts. Perfectly clean.
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I don't use a special diaper detergent on our cloth diapers, but regular Seventh Generation detergent. So, I washed the diapers in detergent and the pack in the same load. I did not soak. It seemed to work well.
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I used dead downwind laundry detergent seem to work real good.I was dry on low heat.
784746
I've used this and the liquid version in my front loading HE washer and the diapers come out clean. Sometimes the liners will stain, but there is never any residue or ammonia smells leftover. Be sure to follow the recommendations for washing cloth diapers in whatever kind of washer you have - high efficiency washers often need alternate settings for cloth diapers since you will want more water for them.
1188420
I would do like they did when people used cloth diapers for babies. Bucket with water and detergent to soak until able to wash them.
1540623
I wash it on the regular cycle on hot. But when it comes to rinse I add white vinegar. It takes the smell out and makes it more absorbent. If there's a lot of poopy diapers I'll do a second rinse with more vinegar.
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I do not use cloth diapers. The spot for diapers is the exact width of a disposable diaper and I believe both diapers are wider? I really wish I could help. It might work for a few cloth diapers maybe 8-10 all together. I really wish I could help you more.
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Naturoli soap nuts work great. Just like regular detergent, you must use the same additives you would normally use, such as oxi clean, bleach etc. the only product I no longer use is fabric softner. For clingy fabrics such as slips, I give them a good shake and they're fine although a dryer sheet can be used.
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I believe there were directions as to how much to use on the box, which I followed and I have an HE washer and was using it for baby clothes as well. I stopped using the powder and switched to Whole Foods liquid detergent.
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They shouldn't smell after you wash them. You may need to change your wash routine in how often you wash and what detergent and how much you are using. Water type might have a reason behind diaper buildup as well. I use rockin green soap and I know they have options for all water types. All about cloth diapers blog is a wonderful resource!
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There is only the one style manufacturer's liner that fits in this pail. I agree with the other poster, this is not designed for cloth diapers. This pail is fantastic for disposables, but a garbage can-style pail with a large, easily removable lid works best for cloth diapers.I found one on Amazon that is what I was thinking would be ideal for cloth: White Busch Systems Odorless Cloth Diaper Pail. Expensive, but a diaper pail that controls odors is worth every penny.
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I use planet wise liner for my cloth diapers. You wouldn't want the raw diaper to stink up plastic
1809442
I use the rectangular cotton diapers and pin the sides. The liner is so thin it would fit in any brand. They make poop clean up so much easier!