I’ve never really been keen on fabric softeners in my wash and I’ve always been too frugal to buy dryer sheets. Occasionally over the years, I would grab a bottle from Costco. When I did use them, I always felt like there was a residue left on my clothes so those purchases were few and far between. Keep in mind our detergents and fabric softeners untimely end up in our drinking water. Like other commercially produced products fabric softeners are packed full of chemicals that mimic natural ingredients and are monitored closely by the EPA.
If you are into big business conspiracies think about this. If not skip ahead to the next paragraph, no hurt feelings. The same manufacturer who produces detergent also sells, fabric softener and dryer sheets. That equals to a lot of money to have soft wrinkle free laundry. This is where the vicious cycle of dependency begins. We feel compelled to continue using all the products to get the results you desire, the results the manufacturer promised. Why not have one product that doesn’t harm your clothes or your health? For them it is all about the profits. Most of us walk around oblivious to there being anything harmful about the products we use because the government has approved their use……..Think again. Big business fuels big government.
But what if you could use a detergent that reduced your dependency from static cling and wrinkles? Start by trying one of my recipes for homemade detergent or source out one on the web that works best for your needs.
But what if you could use a detergent that reduced your dependency from static cling and wrinkles? Start by trying one of my recipes for homemade detergent or source out one on the web that works best for your needs.
In lieu of fabric softeners try adding ½ cup white vinegar to your washer. Not only will the vinegar break down any remaining soap residue in your laundry it will clean your washer. No need to worry about your clothes smelling like vinegar the smell with dissipate in the dryer if any carries over from the washer. None of my non “Crunchy” friends have never told me my clothes, bedding or towels smell, so I take that as success.
You can also add dryer balls to the dryer to expedite drying. My aunt was doing this year’s ago and I thought she was crazy until I went home and Goggled it. This way you are saving money on dryer sheets and electricity. Cost Savings:
Downey Free & Clear Fabric Softener 103fl oz: 9.99
Distilled White Vinegar 128fl oz: 3.99
What's a dryer ball?
ReplyDeleteDryer balls when store bought are hard plastic balls with little dull spikes that tumble around inside the dryer. They can be found near the ironing boards and clothes pins or with the Laundry soap at most major retailers. The balls bounce around the dryer moving your clothes around, circulating additional air flow.
ReplyDeleteA cheaper alternative is to use new tennis balls.
I ordered some wool yarn to make my own, but I haven’t received the yarn yet.