At some point (in a galaxy, long long time ago) I learned to turn jeans, shorts and hoodies inside out when putting them into washing machine. For some reason, I don’t do the same with smaller, simple things like T-shirts and underwear.

I forgot what was the reasoning behind it, but when I think about it, can’t seem to come to a conclusion which way is better.

Is one way better than another and why?

  • Onomatopoeia@lemmy.cafe
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    3 days ago

    Use less detergent than you think you need

    This can’t be said enough. You typically need 1/4 or less than what’s on a measuring cup.

    And make sure your water is at least 65°, which is where the detergent becomes more effective.

    Also, clothes don’t need to be washed every time they’re worn, depending. Like jeans rarely need washing. Underwear, t-shirts, socks, that sort of thing need to be washed all the time.

    All you ever wanted to know about washing clothes: https://laundryevangelist.com/

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      22 hours ago

      yeah I mean, when a jug says it can do a 100 loads. It most likely can, because it is telling you to moderate the amount needed.

      If you keep washing your laundry with full cup after full cup, you’re not going to get a 100 loads. I am very guilty of doing this everytime, but I’m trying to moderate better. This is a chemical designed to be strong enough to clean your clothes with little as possible.

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        3 days ago

        Both don’t make a lot of sense. Celsius would be 18.3°. Fahrenheit however would be too much for a lot of clothes. I have never in my life washed hotter than 60°C.