2006-07-28 22:10:41 · 32 answers · asked by fossil 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
I'm still wokrin on keep white towels "white" the way they were when I bought them at the store.
2006-07-28 22:12:45 · answer #1 · answered by double v 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
To keep towels soft, use only half the amount of detergent recommended on the manufacturer’s label. Avoid pouring detergent directly onto towels. This may lead to a residue build-up that reduces softness. Always use a mild detergent and use chlorine bleach sparingly.
• Use fabric softener only occasionally. Avoid silicone-based fabric softeners. These softeners leave behind a waxy film that counters absorbency.
• Separate deeply colored towels from lighter ones. Avoid washing towels with items that have zippers, hooks or buttons, which may damage the towel’s loops. Do not wash clothes with towels; terry cloth will coat finer fabrics with lint.
• Hang towels fully extended on a rod for ventilation and quick drying to allow for multiple uses. Fewer washings means a longer life. Never place moist towels in a hamper where they can grow mold and bacteria.
2006-07-28 22:16:42 · answer #2 · answered by Bolan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem. I found that even fabric softener wouldn't work. My towels and sox would both come out too stiff. I told my mom about this, and she told me what to do: use LESS detergent! Try washing your next load of towels with half the amount of detergent and see if it works. Whatdya got to lose? (other than hard towels!)
2006-07-28 22:17:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I make my own detergent. 1 cup grated
Fels Naptha soap, 1/2 cup washing soda- Arm & Hammer(not baking soda), 1/2 cup 20 Mule Team borax. Mix and store in air tight container. For light loads use 2 table spoons and heavy 3 tablespoons. I actually usually use 1 tablespoon and my towels amazingly come out soft and sweet smelling! I give thanks to www. flylady.com and www.soapsgonebuy.com . I do dry in the dryer as well. I would think they would be soft hang drying but have not tried. I love my dryer too much-lol.
2006-07-29 01:02:14 · answer #4 · answered by jenelah46322 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Add softner also when you take them in off the line put them into the tumble dryer for a few spins, believe me this works and they come out soft fluffy and warm!
2006-07-29 20:31:39 · answer #5 · answered by jessica_mornington 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fabric Softner AND finnish them off in the tumble dryer say for 20 minutes! Then.....awwwwww SOFT TOWELS!!
2006-07-28 22:17:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hang out side to air dry on a nice windy day with sofner on the washer cycle.
Works for me never ger rough towels.
2006-07-29 00:20:32 · answer #7 · answered by scotkat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fabric softeners may work to some extent but using less detergent and adding vinegar to the rinse water will help a whole lot.
2006-07-28 22:55:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try some fabric softener, like Downy, in the rinse water; or dryer sheets in the dryer. It will make a big difference.
2006-07-28 22:15:25 · answer #9 · answered by ~~Fast Eddie~~ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
add small amount of soap powder and just a little comfort and hang out on washing line as i have no tumbler dryer and this works lovely and soft especially on good windy days this was the way my mum had to and i have followed and has always worked
2006-07-30 08:10:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
how do you dry them? tumble dryers usually make for soft fluffy towels, especially after adding a bit of fabroc softner
2006-07-28 22:17:14 · answer #11 · answered by linsy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋