If you are filling the cap or scoop, yes, you probably are using too much laundry detergent. I was just as guilty as the next person, for years I was loyal to my favorite commercial laundry detergent and always filled the cap to the top. At times, I would remember to use a smaller amount; but after a wash or two, I returned to my old ways. Using too much detergent was killing my clothes and my machine. Recently, an article in the New York Times reports the over usage of detergents, by stating "most people use 10 to 15 times the amount of soap they need, and they’re pouring money down the drain." See the article.
With SimpleSuds laundry soap, you only use 1 tablespoon for HE or 2 tablespoons for a regular machine. It is easy to measure, just grab a measuring spoon from your kitchen. By using the correct amount, you ultimately save our waterways, reduce irritations, breathe easier, and save a little cash.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Monday, May 24, 2010
Vinegar as a Fabric Softener
Glenda and I went to our first farmers market in Byrnes Mill. We had a great time meeting the community that visits the market. While discussing our laundry soaps we also encouraged the use of white vinegar as a fabric softener. Why? Because it's natural, earth friendly, great for people with sensitive skin and it's economical.
Most liquid fabric softeners coat the fibers of your clothing, towels and sheets with chemicals that are meant to stay on your clothes to make them feel soft. These chemicals may dull your clothing as well as cause allergic reactions to sensitive skin. Vinegar naturally softens the water and helps to remove residues left on your clothing by your laundry soap or detergent leaving your laundry naturally soft.
You can add anywhere from 1/4 c. to 1 c. of white vinegar depending on size of load and color of laundry. Larger quantities of vinegar are best used on lighter or white laundry. You can add it to the fabric softener dispenser or directly into the rinse water. You can also use a downy ball. If you are adventurous in your green cleaning you can also make your own fabric softener using a combination of white vinegar, essential oils and/or baking soda.
It may take a couple of washes using white vinegar to remove the residues left by your previous softener so don't get disheartened if you don't get the best results on the first wash. Don't worry about your clothes smelling like vinegar either. Once they are dry you won't be able to smell it.
Most liquid fabric softeners coat the fibers of your clothing, towels and sheets with chemicals that are meant to stay on your clothes to make them feel soft. These chemicals may dull your clothing as well as cause allergic reactions to sensitive skin. Vinegar naturally softens the water and helps to remove residues left on your clothing by your laundry soap or detergent leaving your laundry naturally soft.
You can add anywhere from 1/4 c. to 1 c. of white vinegar depending on size of load and color of laundry. Larger quantities of vinegar are best used on lighter or white laundry. You can add it to the fabric softener dispenser or directly into the rinse water. You can also use a downy ball. If you are adventurous in your green cleaning you can also make your own fabric softener using a combination of white vinegar, essential oils and/or baking soda.
It may take a couple of washes using white vinegar to remove the residues left by your previous softener so don't get disheartened if you don't get the best results on the first wash. Don't worry about your clothes smelling like vinegar either. Once they are dry you won't be able to smell it.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Ta Da! Old North City Farmers Market!
Find us at North City Farmer's Market on Saturday, June 5th, for THE INAUGURAL EAT.RIGHT.NOW! PARADE AND COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR. More information can be found at http://northcityfarmersmarket.org/
SimpleSuds is on the move!
This Friday, May 21st you will be able to find SimpleSuds at the Byrne's Mill Farmers Market!
http://www.byrnesmill.org/farmersmarket/index.html
Coming soon.... Old North City. Stay tuned for details!
http://www.byrnesmill.org/farmersmarket/index.html
Coming soon.... Old North City. Stay tuned for details!
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