It is soap, after all.
Is all your underwater in the laundry basket?
There comes a time when you cant put off doing a load of laundry any longer.
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And you automatically reach for thelaundry detergent.
Its soap, after all.
According to Lisa Sharp, a seasoned cleaning expert and the owner ofRetro Housewife Goes Green.
see to it its a low suds detergent, shares Alex Varela, General Manager ofDallas Maids.
you might also use detergent forspot treatments on carpets.
Dilute laundry detergent and apply it directly to the carpet stain, says Evans.
Agitate the area with a brush or cloth, then wipe with a damp cloth to remove the residue.
Wash Kids Toys
Lets be real: Toys get a lot of playtime with grimy hands!
And sometimes its best not to ask questions about all the places the toys may have been.
Kids toys need to be cleaned, too.
Many toys are made with plastic, are washable and can be washed with soap and hot water.
However, its always recommended to read the care instructions, if they have them.
Varela explains that most toys are usually small enough to fit in a laundry basin.
Ready to clean them?
If the toys have stains you may want to give extra care and time.
Reach for laundry detergent to make your own cleaning spray for cleaning different surfaces.
The detergent’s cleaning agents help remove grease, grime, and stains effectively, leaving surfaces sparkling clean.
Yup, laundry detergent is a wonderful alternative, too!
Its simple and straightforward as well.
Simply add a half capful of the laundry detergent to a bucket of warm water, says Sharp.
Now youre ready to start mopping.
Theres no need to buy any specific cleaners foroutdoor furnituresince the detergent is an effective soap.
Or if youve accidentally stained the sofa or other upholstery, detergent works equally well.
Non-toxic laundry detergents can be applied directly onto the stain of a garment or upholstery, says Evans.
Wondering how long to let the detergent sit on a piece of fabric before washing in the machine?
Varela recommends letting it sit for 30 minutes and then washing the garment as usual.
you might use laundry detergent to hand-wash dishes in an emergency, says Varela.
Their components are strong and capable of removing grease.
Varela suggests making sure you rinse your dishes properly.
This precaution helps ensure that the detergent doesn’t cause any adverse reactions or damage, says Evans.
She also advises to thoroughly rinse after cleaning to ensure there isnt any detergent residue.
Varela suggests opting for low-suds, referred to as HE or high efficiency and fragrance-free detergents.
