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| Thread ID: 95468 | 2008-12-07 20:37:00 | Can you recommend a Soap Powder ? | Digby (677) | PC World Chat |
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| 726475 | 2008-12-08 00:21:00 | Mind you, I am happy she is out working while I enjoy my retirement years. I have told her she needs to do so, so that I can be kept in the manner to which I am accustomed.... :lol: Ken Have to agree with your sentiments, Ken. I kick SWMBO down the front steps every morning for exactly the same reason. I've always liked to be called, "A kept man.":lol: At the same time, I like to keep on side with, "Yes dear, yes dear, yes dear," many times a day. I have no desire to be up the proverbial stream of effluent.;) |
Roscoe (6288) | ||
| 726476 | 2008-12-08 00:27:00 | Have to agree with your sentiments, Ken. I kick SWMBO down the front steps every morning for exactly the same reason. I've always liked to be called, "A kept man.":lol: At the same time, I like to keep on side with, "Yes dear, yes dear, yes dear," many times a day. I have no desire to be up the proverbial stream of effluent.;) Seems a small price to pay! :D |
johcar (6283) | ||
| 726477 | 2008-12-08 00:41:00 | A washing machine serviceman told us many years ago that Reflect washing powder was the best... A washing machine serviceman is the expert in the maintenance and service of washing machines NOT which type of soap power to use. :D He probably can give you professional advice on the correct ways of using the machine rather than which type of powder to use! |
bk T (215) | ||
| 726478 | 2008-12-08 00:41:00 | We (sometimes me) use Persil concentrate which seems to do a hassle free job. We used to use Drive, but it appears to have disappeared from supermarket shelves, so must be off the market now. :) | Richard (739) | ||
| 726479 | 2008-12-08 00:43:00 | A washing machine serviceman told us many years ago that Reflect washing powder was the best. Have used it for years now with no problems. The amount of powder required for a each load is such that it makes it econmical to use as well. SWMBO keeps it in a airtight container as Laura has suggested. It may not be the best but it is regularly on sale for $2 or less per kg so you can throw a bit more in and it's still much cheaper than Persil. |
PaulD (232) | ||
| 726480 | 2008-12-08 00:56:00 | Its basically all the same stuff. Look at Wiki if you want to know whats in it. The liquid stuff generally doesn't contain any bleach, and can make the machine more susceptible to mould. The worst stuff you can put in your machine is fabric softener. If it clumps, its getting damp. Also you don't have to use a full scoop, in fact its usually too much, a fact manufacturers of detergent won't tell you cause it means they sell more of it. |
pctek (84) | ||
| 726481 | 2008-12-08 02:19:00 | As I do the laundry in our home, I'm the resident expert on washing powders and stains - and on irons. Since I started doing it (ONLY me) the machines have not broken down, the iron is not getting a scratch - so it's worth my while. SWMBO swears by the concentrated liquid versions. I do too. Softener - just a drop, not the amount on the directions (if at all). sarel |
sarel (2490) | ||
| 726482 | 2008-12-08 04:05:00 | Hi Guys As I am a currently a bachelor, I am doing my own washing. I like to use soap powders in my washing machine and yet they all seem to turn in to soap lumps. Brands like Fab and Surf sell concentrate powder, in a box with a scoop, this is great. But evreytime I go to "pour" some soap powder into my scoop, I get great big lumps ! that I have to manually break up and make a mess. Any suggestions ? aaaah yes....... I suggest buying a container ( I use a 2L 'Sistema' jobbie ) from the smkt, and transferring the contents of the said washing product into that after you first open it. It keeps it dry, and offers the advantage of being able to smack the contents about inside to break up any lumps. Sad aye! :groan: |
allblack (6574) | ||
| 726483 | 2008-12-08 05:25:00 | Its basically all the same stuff . Look at Wiki if you want to know whats in it . The liquid stuff generally doesn't contain any bleach, and can make the machine more susceptible to mould . The worst stuff you can put in your machine is fabric softener . If it clumps, its getting damp . Also you don't have to use a full scoop, in fact its usually too much, a fact manufacturers of detergent won't tell you cause it means they sell more of it . I don't like using fabric softener . I keep an old hand wash detergent bottle of white vinegar close at hand and use that in last rinse . No matter which soap powder I use, I always make sure it has dissolved before adding clothes . You use a lot less powder . |
Marnie (4574) | ||
| 726484 | 2008-12-08 06:31:00 | But evreytime I go to "pour" some soap powder into my scoop, I get great big lumps ! that I have to manually break up and make a mess As others have said the problem obviously occurs before you "pour" -- however have you a front or top loader ? Hopefully you are using the right powder in the first place ! Front loaders don't like top loader powder --- a thought for after you solve the premier problem. Misty :2cents: |
Misty (368) | ||
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