Comments on: Eco Alternatives for Handwashing Delicates

By: Sara Ost

Sara Ost — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:35:45 +0000

@Carla the only thing that seems to help with the top loader is doing really small loads of clothes. Always tempting to do a big load, but I try to restrain myself.

By: Carla

Carla — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 04:47:49 +0000

I will have to try (natural, organic, chemical free) baby shampoo for my delicate next time I wash them. I nominally dilute a little bit of my washer detergent which is a pretty clean, eco formula already. We have the standard top loader washer and its brutal on clothes!

By: Mary

Mary — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 02:06:09 +0000

Yes, do not forget to separate towels with other garments, because the lint will stick to other garments and it will a lot of time to take it out.

By: Cheri

Cheri — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:49:13 +0000

Forever New is awesome,I’ve been using it for years and love the smell. Combined with a mesh bag, washing with Forever New has definitely extended the life of all of my clothing, not just intimates. Thanks for the great tips!

By: Luanne Bradley

Luanne Bradley — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:04:40 +0000

Thanks, Caitlin. I so need a new machine/dryer. Any recommendations?

By: Caitlin

Caitlin — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:58:41 +0000

American washing machines seem to be mostly top loaders with a central agitator. This is rougher on your clothes than the European standard of a front loader with no agitator. Good tips!

By: Luanne Bradley

Luanne Bradley — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:49:51 +0000

Thanks, Amy! It’s not hard to do. The Donna Karan hose seems to hold up the best, but I bet you know some other good ones, and some fun undies too!

By: Amy DuFault

Amy DuFault — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:42:33 +0000

Sexy artwork there….thanks for the advice Luanne! I ruin all my nice stuff no matter what it seems but I’ll take your suggestions.