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| Nancy Gartenman |
Posted - Jan 21 2009 : 05:39:16 AM
I'm using white vinegar in the final wash rinse. How much should I be using?
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| ddmashayekhi |
Posted - Jan 27 2009 : 07:06:03 AM
Thanks for the reminder Nancy. I plan to move a gallon of vinegar up to my laundry room now before I forget! I think I'll try 1/2 a cup first and see if that is enough.
Dawn in IL |
| farmmommy |
Posted - Jan 27 2009 : 06:26:00 AM
Alee.....you are awesome.....so FULL of good helpful info!!!!! Kelley |
| Alee |
Posted - Jan 23 2009 : 07:57:54 AM
Laundry Hints (from the Vinegar Institute)
Wine stains:
Spots caused by wine can be removed from 100 percent cotton, cotton polyester and permanent press fabrics if done so within 24 hours. To do it, sponge white distilled vinegar directly onto the stain and rub away the spots. Then clean according to the directions on the manufacturer's care tag.
Freshen baby clothes:
The addition of 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to each load of baby clothes during the rinse cycle will naturally break down uric acid and soapy residue leaving the clothes soft and fresh.
Clothes washing magic:
Clothes will rinse better if 1 cup of white distilled vinegar is added to the last rinse water. The acid in vinegar is too mild to harm fabrics, but strong enough to dissolve the alkalies in soaps and detergents.
Blanket renewal:
Cotton and wool blankets become soft, fluffy and free of soap odor if 2 cups of white distilled vinegar are added to the rinse cycle of the wash.
Deodorant stains:
Deodorant and antiperspirant stains may be removed from clothing by lightly rubbing with white distilled vinegar and laundering as usual.
Hole removal:
After a hem or seam is removed, there are often unsightly holes left in the fabric. These holes can be removed by placing a cloth, moistened with white distilled vinegar, under the fabric and ironing.
Keeping colors fast:
To hold colors in fabrics, which tend to run, soak them for a few minutes in white distilled vinegar before washing.
Leather cleaning:
Leather articles can be cleaned with a mixture of white distilled vinegar and linseed oil. Rub the mixture into the leather and then polish with a soft cloth.
Scorch marks:
Lightly rub white distilled vinegar on fabric that has been slightly scorched. Wipe with a clean cloth.
Setting colors:
When you are color dyeing, add about a cupful of white distilled vinegar to the last rinse water to help set the color.
Shower curtains:
Add 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to the rinse water when you launder your shower curtain. Do not spin dry or wash out. Just hang immediately to dry.
Unclog steam iron:
Pour equal amounts of white distilled vinegar and water into the iron's water chamber. Turn to steam and leave the iron on for 5 minutes in an upright position. Then unplug and allow to cool. Any loose particles should come out when you empty the water.
Clean a scorched iron plate:
Heat equal parts white distilled vinegar and salt in a small pan. Rub solution on the cooled iron surface to remove dark or burned stains.
Cleaning Vintage Lace
Soak the lace in cold water, rinsing it several times. Next, hand-wash the lace gently with a wool detergent, such as Woolite. If rust spots are a problem, try removing them with a mixture of white vinegar and hot water.
Alee
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| Mumof3 |
Posted - Jan 23 2009 : 06:27:41 AM
The vinegar actually helps the clothes to release any excess soap that may be sticking to them. That's why the clothes and towels feel softer, even when I hang them out. :) I use about 1/2 cup and it seems to do the job just fine.
Karin
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| lisamarie508 |
Posted - Jan 23 2009 : 05:18:40 AM
Amie, vinegar doesn't really help with static. But on another thread here, it was recommended to use tennis balls in the dryer for static problems.
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| 5 acre Farmgirl |
Posted - Jan 22 2009 : 10:48:14 PM
Vinegar does the same thing as "Downy"....I wonder if it depends on the type of water you have, and the type of washer?
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| Amie C. |
Posted - Jan 21 2009 : 11:41:55 AM
What does the vinegar do? I never use liquid fabric softener, so I'm a little unclear on the concept, sorry.
By any chance, does it reduce static cling? I would so love it if it did. I hate buying dryer sheets, but they are the only thing that helps in this dry winter air. |
| K-Falls Farmgirl |
Posted - Jan 21 2009 : 10:46:12 AM
I have even filled the dispenser thingy in the washer where you add fabric softner.. No vinegar smell in clothes after they dry.
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| K-Falls Farmgirl |
Posted - Jan 21 2009 : 10:16:48 AM
Nancy jo I use about 3/4 cup to 1 cup depending on the type of load.
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| cinnamongirl |
Posted - Jan 21 2009 : 09:57:18 AM
http://tipnut.com/ has recipes for all cleaning stuff |
| Alee |
Posted - Jan 21 2009 : 07:48:40 AM
I fill up to the line on the downy ball and use that. so that is about 1/4-1/3. However, if you have really hard water more can't hurt.
Alee
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| JenniferJuniper |
Posted - Jan 21 2009 : 05:49:27 AM
I use about 1/4 to 1/3 cup
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| lisamarie508 |
Posted - Jan 21 2009 : 05:48:57 AM
I use a 1 cup measuring cup. I don't know if that's more than necessary but, the clothes I hung on the line were much softer than without it.
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