Economical Fabric Softener

10-26-2003, 04:37 PM

Instead of buying that $$$ fabric softener, did you know that you can use regular white vinegar in your downy ball (or a 1/4 cup during the rinse cycle)?

It works just as well, and it doesn't leave your

smelling like vinegar!

Elena

10-27-2003, 06:39 AM

What a

- and a LOT cheaper, too! Thanks for the suggestion!

evlevo85 · 10-29-2003, 02:54 AM

Thanks for the $ saving tip on vinegar I'll definately have to try this.

11-09-2003, 09:34 PM

Wow, I am really going to have to try it?

Your clothes really wont smell like vinegar, will they?

11-12-2003, 03:23 PM

Nope!

As long as you followthe measurements (a downy ball filled to the softener line or 1/4 cup), your

won't smell like vinegar. I did a load today with it!

Elena

Polly · 11-13-2003, 05:10 AM

Great Tip Elena!! I will definitely try this. Vingegar is good for

anyway. Helps keep elastic, elasticy!! Is that a word?? I would think it would get rid of odors too. Thanks for the tip!!

I use it in my whites all the time too because I am allergic to bleach and most powdered bleaches and detegents with bleach built in. Anyone have any other suggestions for getting whites whiter?

Polly · 12-04-2003, 05:27 AM

evlevo85 · 12-10-2003, 01:44 AM

Polly you might want to try using hydrogen peroxide on your whites soaking them for a short while in it.
Then wash as usual.

Polly · 12-10-2003, 04:07 AM

Thank you evlevo85, should I just put them with peroxide or mix with water. How much should I use? I am always looking for new tips. Thanks again.

12-10-2003, 06:08 AM

Peroxide, huh? Gotta try that one too!

Man, when I go to the laundromat, I'm probably going to get some weird looks, but who cares? If it works, it works!

Polly · 12-11-2003, 05:12 AM

Yeah colslau, you'll look like you brought the drugstore with you

, just kidding, you're right, if it works it works!!!

12-11-2003, 05:52 AM

Okay, let's see if I have this

thing right.

1. Detergent
2. Peroxide for stains (instead of bleach)
3. Vinegar for softening and smell removal

Did I miss any of the aisles in the store?

evlevo85 · 12-12-2003, 10:19 AM

No water, just peroxide. Also it would be more economical to get a a small dishwashing pan to soak stained items in.

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Ok now I don't use water but usually plan on washing item almost immediately. 1/4 cup peroxide to a gal. of water.

Hey my apologys for my mind not always working for me when I want it to.

Also another tip for bleaching items when you are out of bleach : Use a scoop or two of dishwasher detergent.

12-12-2003, 06:26 PM

Got it! 1 dishpan for soaking!