Which detergent to use?....LOW SUDS
In a front loading automatic washing machine, you
For most clothes and household textiles,
CONVENTIONAL DETERGENTSwill give goodshould only use a low suds detergent. The majority
washing results. Conventional detergents areof detergents are now low suds products.
available in either a biological, or a non-biological
form, and are particularly suitable for whites.�BIG BOXE OR COMPACT
Biological detergents provide improved stain
removal, especially at lower temperatures.Compared to their traditional �Big BoxEequivalents,
For coloured clothes and household textiles, youcompacts (or concentrates as they are also known)
have an improved performance and environmental
should use COLOUR DETERGENTS , which areprofile, as well as requiring a smaller dosage level.
designed to maintain the original colour of these
items, as well as providing excellent cleaning
performance. These are all biological detergents.FABRIC CONDITIONERS
They are particularly suitable for matching and co-These are ideal for improving �softnessO. They also
ordinated sets of lingerie, bedding or towels.reduce static cling on synthetics and make ironing
For washing wool and silk, COLOUReasier. Fabric Conditioners come in three forms:
DETERGENTS ARE NOT SUITABLE .Liquids(regular or concentrated) which work in the
For wool items, you should use a GENTLE/FINEfinal rinse.
WASH DETERGENT , which has been tested andSheetsfor use in the tumble dryer, and
approved by the International Wool Secretariat and
carries the �WoolmarkO. A similar detergent shouldCombined Detergent and Fabric Softener
also be used for silk.
Use of detergent and additives
To maintain the appearance of your clothes and
household textiles and to make them last longerChoosing the Right Deter,gent
you should use different types of detergent forAlways use a low lather powder or liquid. This is
different washes, whether for whites, colours or
delicates. Although this may require buying two orimportant as too much lather prevents the articles
three different products, you do not need to use anyfrom being properly cleansed and may damage the
machine.
more powder, or liquid, than if you were buying just
one.
Use of Powder Detergent
And in which form?The washing powder should be placed in the
appropriate compartments in the detergent
Not only are there different types of detergent, butdispenser drawer before starting the programme.
they are also available in different forms.
Use of Liquid Detergent
POWDERS OR LIQUIDSA liquid detergent can be used in the middle
Powders and their liquid equivalent provide similarcompartment of the dispenser drawer. Start the
cleaning properties, although liquids dissolve faster
when hand washing and at lower temperaturemachine immediately upon placing the liquid in the
washes.dispenser drawer.
Use of Fabric Conditioners
BIOLOGICAL OR NON-BIOLOGICAL
Any liquid additives for softening or dressing the
All Biological detergents contain enzymes.laundry must be poured into the appropriate
Different types of enzymes assist with the removalcompartment of the detergent dispenser drawer
of protein, starch and fat-based stains, such asbefore starting the programme.
blood, egg, chocolate and gravy. However, some
people prefer non-biological detergents which doThe compartment with the symbol is for
not contain enzymes.softeners and dressing agents; never exceed the
MAX. Ievel.
When using super concentrated fabric conditioners,
please follow the manufacturerOs instructions
carefully.
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