Slow2Sew

I rub in a small bit of Palmolive dish soap and let it sit for a couple of minutes.

Girlfriend

I thought this was a great idea and wanted to try it out adding it to the laundry. Buying TSP brought back the memory of the '70's when they removed phosphates from laundry detergent - it was a big deal back then. I remember our clothes not coming out as clean with the "new, improved" detergents - without phosphates!

I just went to the hardware store to get some TSP, and on the box it says it is NOT recommended for using with glass. I wondered why, so I googled it. Evidently, TSP leaves a film on glass.

Have you experienced the film on glasses while using it with your dishwasher??

ILoveToQuilt

I use Resolve Stain Stick. You can pretreat up to 7 days before washing. DH used to have to wear white uniform shirts (was an EMT so he got lots of guck on them) and the Stain Stick was phenomenal in getting out all sorts of stains. Took care of ring around the collar, blood stains, ink and tea stains. I get it at Walmart, but should be available at most grocery stores. Costs around $2.50 and lasts quite a while.

NJ Quilter

Ok. I am now armed with both Awesome and TSP! I pulled two light colored shirts out of his closet that are still pretty grungy (was planning on tossing them and probably still will). Have decided to do an experiment with both products to see if there is any improvement. I usually have 2 loads of light colored wash so should be a good comparison. will keep everyone posted.