We will teach you how to wash cloth nappies and diapers, and keep them clean. Our advice is developed and tested by qualified chemists and professionals.
Cleaning factors: the basics
There are four factors to achieving clean laundry: time, temperature, chemistry (detergent, stain removers) and mechanical action (loading)
Bleach in prewash calculator
Lately, we’ve been promoting bleach in prewash in our Facebook group to help with cost of living pressures. After extensive testing, we’ve concluded adding bleach to prewash is the most economical and effective way to improve your nappy routine.
Single-cycle routine (daycare protocol) for cloth nappies
This method is a long hot wash with detergent and chlorine bleach. Suitable for use in early childhood education and family daycare centers.
Water hardness
Water often has minerals dissolved in it. The higher the amount of dissolved minerals, the harder the water is. Understanding…
Washing only a few nappies
When the number of soiled nappies reduces (eg. during toilet training), the nappy can be hand washed in hot water…
Cloth pads and menstrual underwear
How to care for cloth pads and menstrual underwear. New pads Cloth pads only require one wash with detergent prior…
Ammonia and cloth nappies
Ammonia in nappies causes redness, burns, discomfort and pain. It will also degrade nappy fabrics such as bamboo, hemp, cotton.
General laundry help
We do not have specific cleaning instructions for toys and non-nappy items. However, usual laundry principles apply – time, temperature, agitation and enough great quality detergent.
How to clean your washing machine
We recommend that you clean your washing machine once a month. Cleaning process Start by reading your machine manual. Clean…
Excess suds in Front Loaders
Overview Suds are bubbles or froth normally produced during a wash cycle. Excess suds in the main wash however prevent…
Using essential oils with cloth wipes
We do not recommend using essential oils with cloth wipes. There is no way to conclusively know safe dosages, especially for pregnant or breastfeeding women, children and infants.
Colour Run
White items can become coloured as a result of washing with dark or coloured items. If this occurs use a…
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