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Yes, you can use regular detergent for a cold water wash, but it's often more effective to use a detergent specifically formulated for cold water. Regular detergents may not dissolve as well or clean as effectively in lower temperatures. Cold water detergents are designed to work efficiently in cold water, ensuring better stain removal and cleaning performance.
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Does washing clothes in cold water with regular detergent kill virus's?
Washing clothes in cold water with regular detergent may not effectively kill all viruses. While cold water can remove dirt and some pathogens, it may not reach the temperatures needed to eliminate certain viruses. Using hot water and a detergent specifically designed for sanitizing can enhance the effectiveness of the wash. For extra protection, consider adding a laundry sanitizer or washing items at higher temperatures when possible.
Is it better to wash clothes in hot or cold water?
Hot water.
Who much water does a dishwasher use?
About 10 for a regular wash.
How do you do laundry?
A good rule of thumb if you know nothing about laundry is to wash everything in cold water with color-safe detergent (No bleach!) and hang dry all the clothes -- you can't shrink anything or mess up the colors that way.
What temperature water do you wash jeans in?
It should be a cold temperature.
Will cold water wash with laundry detergent kill fleas?
Not reliably.
How do you wash you toms?
Hand wash in cold water and light detergent. Let air dry.
Does washing clothes in cold water with regular detergent kill virus's?
Washing clothes in cold water with regular detergent may not effectively kill all viruses. While cold water can remove dirt and some pathogens, it may not reach the temperatures needed to eliminate certain viruses. Using hot water and a detergent specifically designed for sanitizing can enhance the effectiveness of the wash. For extra protection, consider adding a laundry sanitizer or washing items at higher temperatures when possible.
What is a good way to wash a baby's bedding?
A good way to wash a baby's bedding is to wash it in cold water with a fragrance-free detergent, such as Dreft.
Can you wash a womens linen suit with regular laundry detergent?
Yes you can very well wash a linen suite with regular laundry detergent. When placing this garment in the washing machine be sure to place it on gentle cycle and use warm water.
How do you wash nylon and spandex blends?
Usually by hand with mild detergent (woolite) in cold water and hang to dry.
How do you wash a gymnastics warm-up suit?
Hand wash it in cold water using a mild detergent (like Woolite) and, after gently wringing out excess water, hang to dry.
How to wash laundry in cold water?
I heard a radio program on NPR one day about laundry, and the person said that detergent made specifically for cold water washes are really much better for cold washing, and that aside from really dirty clothes, most of your clothes can be washed in cold water, using that special cold water detergent. Most laundry detergents are designed to be used in warm to hot water, and don't properly break down or clean well in cold water. But the specially designed cold water detergent is formulated differently.
Butter stain on clothes?
Butter will stain clothing because it is oily and it is a protein. Rub it with detergent and soak it in cold water. If the stain looks like it is gone, wash it as you normally would. If not rub it with more detergent and wash it on a cool water cycle.
Why is it difficult to wash an oily plate with cold water without soap or detergent?
Oil is a nonpolar substance and water is a polar substance, so the water can't mix with or dissolve the oil.
Can you wash a mink blanket in a washing machine?
Yes, commercial machine is best...cold water, gentle detergent....choose a no heat drying method.
What is the best method for washing expensive clothes ie. affliction apparel xtreme cotoure?
Turn it inside out and wash it in cold water with an all color detergent.
