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OCJane t1_iu8l6dt wrote

Reply to comment by incasesheisonheretoo in What bed sheets are comfortable and last? by GardeningCrashCourse

Fabric softener, ew. Use distilled vinegar in the rinse cycle to get it extra clean & fresh.

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incasesheisonheretoo t1_iu8nsi4 wrote

How much vinegar?

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OCJane t1_iu8ot5z wrote

Start off w half a cup for small loads; one cup for full loads. And use a second rinse option if available. Wash hot, dry low.

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notiebuta t1_iu9hvq4 wrote

About ⅛ c vinegar as a rinse/fabric softener in a front loader works for me. I wash on cold/cold, saves $ (unless someone is sick or for very young or elderly etc). If things stink or heavily soiled I add baking soda or borax then turn washer off while it’s in the washing mode and let things soak. I never rinse twice unless I accidentally add too much detergent. It’s believed to be worse to use too much detergent than too little. Manufacturers want you to use a lot. When I clean my coffee machine w vinegar I reuse the vinegar to help w baking soda to scour bathrooms and toilets.

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incasesheisonheretoo t1_iua3i6r wrote

Thanks for the tips! Definitely gonna try these out.

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notiebuta t1_iuag0m2 wrote

You’re welcome. Consumer Reports is often my reference. I think they work hard to help w well researched tips.

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