Most of us just bundle our clothes into the washer, fill the detergent drawer and press the ‘on’ button without giving it much thought. (This is understandable — nobody wants to waste more mental energy than necessary on doing the laundry.) However, there are a lot of things that you could probably be doing better to make this tedious task easier and more effective.
Here
are some common laundry myths covering everything from fabric softness to lint
buildup. .
#1 The more expensive the detergent, the better the clean
This is
not necessarily true and most detergents available in supermarkets today are
capable of washing the majority of your laundry items. The motion of the water
in the machine and how it disperses the detergent through the clothes is an
equally important factor. There is a very good reason that washing machines
move the clothing items around the tub as they are washed. It provides much
needed friction, rubbing the clothes together to help break down the dirt
particles embedded in the fabric and it also ensures each garment is exposed to
the water at every possible angle.
#2 Fabric softener is the only way to keep clothes soft
Fabric
softeners are great for adding a fresh scent and soft finish to your laundry.
However, fabric softener or not, maintaining the perfect amount of moisture in
your towels and clothes is just as important when it comes to keeping your clothes
soft.
Taking
the items out before they are too dry will prevent the harder, course texture
so common in towels and sheets that have been over-dried.
#3 I have sensitive skin so I need a sensitive detergent
The
wash setting that you select has an effect, as does the type of detergent you
use. If the temperature of the cycle is not high enough, certain elements of
the detergent will not dissolve and remnants of the soap can remain on the
items washed. This can be a big cause of irritation for those with sensitive
skin.
#4 My washing machine washes all the time, why would I need
to clean it?
Despite
the fact you use your washing machine frequently, it’s still a good idea to
wash your drum regularly – especially if you wash your clothes with cool water.
This is because remnants of detergent can remain in the drum once the cycle has
completed. These remnants are also likely to be a bigger problem if you use
fabric softener on a regular basis. Some machines have a ‘Tub Clean’ cycle
option, which if used regularly ensures the inner and outer tubs are kept as
clean as possible.
#5 I am doing a heavy load, so I should use more detergent
This is
not necessarily true. If you use too much detergent you may find that it
doesn’t dissolve properly, leaving remnants of soap on clothing which can
irritate sensitive skin. This will be most apparent in washing machines that
have high efficiency because they use less water during the cycle.
You
should also consider the capacity of your drum and whether you’re trying to fit
too many items of clothing into your washing machine. A load that is
appropriately sized for the drum will result in a much more effective clean.
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