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
How to wash cloth nappies when using them part-time or during toilet training.
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
Learn what causes excess suds in your front loader and how to prevent suds lock.
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…
You must be logged in to post a comment.