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New Laundry web pages
I said I'd post about this when it was ready...
I've written some web pages about doing laundry. It's about how to make informed choices about detergents, washers, and water temperature. The goal is to give you the information you need to make your own choices, not for me to tell you how to do laundry... although I'm not shy about making clear when I think there are clear, measurable benefits to something. (In particular, front loading washers.) I neither endorse nor decry any particular detergents or softeners, or any particular brands of washer. (The section about contents of specific brands of detergent is incomplete. I need to either do more research or talk the manufacturers into sending me some information.) The laundry pages may be viewed at: http://www.tomfarrell.org/laundry I'd like to particularly take a moment to point out the page about water temperature, because laundry water temperature was the topic of a recent discussion here which is what brought up the subject. This page may be viewed at: http://www.tomfarrell.org/laundry/temperature.shtml In short, it discusses that the temperature of your actual wash water may not be what it should be, by comparing actual thermometer measurements from my washer with recommended temperatures supplied by the Soap and Detergent Association. I hope everyone will find the new pages helpful! Tom Farrell http://www.SewingWithTom.com/ |
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Tom Farrell wrote:
I said I'd post about this when it was ready... I've written some web pages about doing laundry. It's about how to make informed choices about detergents, washers, and water temperature. The goal is to give you the information you need to make your own choices, not for me to tell you how to do laundry... although I'm not shy about making clear when I think there are clear, measurable benefits to something. Oh, wow, this is great! Thanks! You wouldn't consider adding a link to my favorite laundry information that would be in no competition whatsoever with yours, would you? It would finish it off nicely *best innocent look* http://www.laundry-alternative.com/f...singsocks.html -- Where no oxen are, the crib is clean, But much benefit is derived from the labor of the ox. |
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Tom Farrell wrote:
I hope everyone will find the new pages helpful! Tom Farrell http://www.SewingWithTom.com/ A recent post of yours about Snuggle fabric softener lead me to buy and use a liquid fabric softener for the first time since my pediatrician told me Downy was the leading cause of diaper rash -- 33 years ago! I have been using dryer sheets. I tried the Snuggle Ultra, and while I would prefer non-scented, I must say that so far I am liking the results very much. Everything is so much softer and wrinkle free, and I have not broken out yet. -- Joanne @ stitches @ singerlady.reno.nv.us http://bernardschopen.tripod.com/ Life is about the journey, not about the destination. |
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"Tom Farrell" wrote in message om... I said I'd post about this when it was ready... I've written some web pages about doing laundry. It's about how to make informed choices about detergents, washers, and water temperature. The goal is to give you the information you need to make your own choices, not for me to tell you how to do laundry... although I'm not shy about making clear when I think there are clear, measurable benefits to something. (In particular, front loading washers.) I neither endorse nor decry any particular detergents or softeners, or any particular brands of washer. (The section about contents of specific brands of detergent is incomplete. I need to either do more research or talk the manufacturers into sending me some information.) The laundry pages may be viewed at: http://www.tomfarrell.org/laundry Snip Thanks Tom! I have also been warned away from fabric softeners. We don't use them much over here anyway. But did you know that they are extremely toxic to children? 1/2 cup can supposedly be fatal. As for water temperatures, in Europe, the washers heat their own water so you just set it on 95 C (or something cooler). It takes a couple hours but the clothes sure do get clean. I liked the section of stains. I am still looking for a remedy for dandelion stains, those black spots that come from the milk in the stems. Never have seen a remedy for that. Maybe you have a source? Thanks for sharing Kirsten Harvey Sollie Heimdal, Norway |
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Tom Farrell wrote:
http://www.tomfarrell.org/laundry I hope everyone will find the new pages helpful! Tom Farrell http://www.SewingWithTom.com/ Yes Indeed!! They look great, but I think I need to change my browser settings so that the link colors show up more ;-) I'd be interested in information on soaps vs detergents, and specialized products such as woolite vs baby shampoo and so on. I went to look at your portfolio... it doens't work properly in Mozilla. I had to load it in IE that I keep for situations like this... just thought you might like to know. Penny |
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Thanks for the good info Tom. I purchased front loading WM about 3 months
ago and all I can say is WOW! Gentler on clothing, much dryer after the spin cycle and finishes much faster that the old machine. The dryer (gas) is much more efficient that the old 13yr old. one. Towels are done in less than 30 minutes, compared to almost 1 hour. So in addition to saving on water, detergent, and time I will save on my power bill too. My last set lasted 13years. |
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Pogonip wrote in message ...
A recent post of yours about Snuggle fabric softener lead me to buy and use a liquid fabric softener for the first time since my pediatrician told me Downy was the leading cause of diaper rash -- 33 years ago! I have been using dryer sheets. Oh, were you ever advised badly... a liquid softener, if used in the correct balance with the detergent, will wash away leaving nothing but (perhaps) scent. Dryer sheets are *designed* to leave residue on your clothes. I tried the Snuggle Ultra, and while I would prefer non-scented, I must say that so far I am liking the results very much. Everything is so much softer and wrinkle free, and I have not broken out yet. I'd prefer unscented Snuggle too. Oh well. Tom Farrell http://www.SewingWithTom.com/ |
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"Kirsten H. Sollie" wrote:
Thanks Tom! I have also been warned away from fabric softeners. We don't use them much over here anyway. But did you know that they are extremely toxic to children? 1/2 cup can supposedly be fatal. That's true of a lot of household things. I'll make a few inquiries anyway. As for water temperatures, in Europe, the washers heat their own water so you just set it on 95 C (or something cooler). It takes a couple hours but the clothes sure do get clean. I know, my friend has a european washer-dryer set. It's wonderful. Everything comes out so clean, so soft, so nice. The only problem he has is that he wanted to pre-shrink some fabrics for a quilt, and he discovered he *can't* - the dryer flatly refuses to shrink anything. I liked the section of stains. *chuckle* I wanted to emphasize that most problems should really be solved by correct washing, not by use of a million anti-stain products. I am still looking for a remedy for dandelion stains, those black spots that come from the milk in the stems. Never have seen a remedy for that. Maybe you have a source? I'm not sure, I've never seen that kind of stain, which is odd because as a kid I played with dandelions all the time. Dandelion milk is fairly acidic... which implies they might not be stains, they might be *burns*. I take it you've already tried hot water and a good detergent with enzymes? How about (and I'm reluctant to say it, but it is once in a while a necessary evil) bleach? Tom Farrell http://www.SewingWithTom.com/ |
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I am still looking for a remedy for dandelion stains, those black spots that come from the milk in the stems. Never have seen a remedy for that. Maybe you have a source? I'm not sure, I've never seen that kind of stain, which is odd because as a kid I played with dandelions all the time. Dandelion milk is fairly acidic... which implies they might not be stains, they might be *burns*. I take it you've already tried hot water and a good detergent with enzymes? How about (and I'm reluctant to say it, but it is once in a while a necessary evil) bleach? I know its not for laundry, but I use Mr. Clean magic erasers on laundry spots sometimes and the little thing is amazing! (Black dirt off white satin - but in all fairness the satin was very cheap) not to mention removing crayon off walls. (not affiliated with mr.clean btw) Michelle Giordano |
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At one time I had a recipe for laundrey detergent. It was made of
washing soda and borax. It was cheap and did a great job. We had 4 sons and needed to be economical and clean. Softeners make things feel lovely but towels are not very absorbent when I have used it. I found a softener called Lavender Sachet at Drug Emporium that came in a deep lavender bottle and smelled faintly like lavender...delicious. haven't seen it lately though. |
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