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I add the phosphate back to the detergent. I add a teaspoon of Trisodium phosphate to my laundry that needs the extra cleaning power. I add a 1/4 teaspoon to the dishwasher detergent. It's sold in 1lb boxes about $9. I'm on the second year use of one box. [h=1][/h]
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Originally Posted by Girlfriend
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The best thing I ever did to get my laundry clean was to install a soft water conditioner. Hard water minerals bind with dirt. So many other benefits to soft water to mention here. I know, not an inexpensive solution to your problem.
I was going to recommend Amway Prewash Spray, but the formula has changed and don't think it's as good as it used to be. Good luck and let us know if you find something that works. |
Originally Posted by Onebyone
(Post 6946755)
I add the phosphate back to the detergent. I add a teaspoon of Trisodium phosphate to my laundry that needs the extra cleaning power. I add a 1/4 teaspoon to the dishwasher detergent. It's sold in 1lb boxes about $9. I'm on the second year use of one box.
You folks are just a wealth of knowledge. Thank you all so much. None of the pre-treating; soaking; etc. that I have tried so far does squat. I've done oxyclean; shout; dirty jobs; dawn; don't even remember all the stuff I've tried. The collars come out halfway decent but the sleeves/cuffs...oy vey! |
I, too, am an Awesome user, if it happens to not work Dawn usually will....
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I buy Zout at Walmart and it works well...not too pricey either!
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I use Simple Green on most everything cleaning-stain wise. Then I use a pre-wash with a little liquid laundry detergent, and this works really well. My DH does a lot of yard work and gets lots of grass, dirt, grease; you name it. The pre-wash I am sold on; it loosens the stains and makes the clothes come out so much cleaner. It is a separate cycle on my machine; a Crosley; love it!! Mariah
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You can find the powder form at Lowe's, Walmart, Home Depot, etc. and any paint store. There is also a liquid form too. Usually sold with the name of TSP on the box. It is used by the barrels full commercially. Did you know Trisodium phosphate is commonly used as a food additive? It's the same stuff they took out of the detergent. LOL This is straight from Snopes: Trisodium phosphate, a food additive common in cereals like Lucky Charms and Cheerios
Read more at http://www.snopes.com/food/ingredien...GQXbr601TMZ.99 |
I put a little bit of Dawn dish soap on my DH's shirts (rub it in a little) & cleans up his collars great !! Don't have a problem with his sleeves but I think it would work there too.
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I have used Awesome and it works great. I, also, use Greased Lightening to spot treat and to clean my stove. As the name says, it's great on grease.
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I found Lestoil to be wonderful..even gets old stains out. If it doesn't work on the first laundry continue for another few times...works wonders !! I just put it on the stain and let it sit a few minutes before putting in the wash.
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