Fairy washing powder

[Fedupfairy]

I've had a new integrated washing machine installed and somehow the drawer is now inaccessible as it's blocked by an edging under the worktop ...nevermind, the obvious workaround has been putting the powder in the drum. However, after many years of using Fairy Powder, this is now randomly causing brown faded or bleached spots on dark items where the powder hasn't dissolved fully. A few items of clothing now completely ruined. I've asked DP not to over stuff the machine so the powder doesn't get clogged. I think it's the little pink granules within the powder that have some sort of bleaching agent.

Anyone else had this problem? And more importantly does anyone have recommendations for another similar sensitive washing powder (I don't like the liquid detergent) that doesn't have the little pink granules in?

TIA

We use the pods and never had any issues

I don't like the pods or liquids as want to save on plastic and cost...

Do you put the powder in first?

No, should I?

I think you’re going to have to find a way to open the drawer. I have a machine that has a dosing system so I never put anything into the drawer but somehow it still manages to get a bit mouldy from time to time so still needs cleaning on a regular basis.

I use laundry sheets as I travel a lot; there's a lot out there to choose from but I use these.

https://www.regn.co.uk/products/laundry-detergent-sheets-pack-of-64-plastic-free?currency=GBP&variant=51889986011514&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23714232462&gclid=CjwKCAjw-dfOBhAjEiwAq0RwI9unU0rFDYHTqlggAXGK9I_Kj4EEcDeBo4HJm5n5gjDfOWlh9ceyohoC0U4QAvD_BwE

For an eco friendly alternative you could try washing balls. I find them good for anything that isn't badly stained.

Waitrose do a non bio powder that doesn't have pink bits in. It's only small boxes but very reasonably priced and cleans well.

I always put the powder in the drawer with no
issue. I put it in first then washing on top.

I think you should put the powder in first before your clothes. Most of it will fall through the holes in the drum into the bottom of the machine. Then, when the water comes in it will have more of a chance to dissolve before it gets onto your laundry.

Thanks I'll look at these, I've not heard of anyone actually using the sheets so will check them out.

I will try this and hope for maximum dissolving! Thanks

Good to know, I don't order from Waitrose often though (sick of them not providing bags)

It tells you on the packaging to put the powder in the drum before clothes doesn't it? It always used to

I use a supermarket brand non-bio.

I put the clothes in first, scoop of powder on top. I use less powder than recommended on the box unless I am washing something that got very dirty.

40 degrees for general clothes. 60 degrees for undies, bedding and towels.

Have been doing this for 20+ years and never had a problem with bleaching or clogged powder.

But I don't overfill the drum.

I use fairy powder, have done for about 10years and don't have this problem.

I put directly into the machine unless I'm doing a wash with a prewash- there's no reason to use the drawer and it won't go mouldy if you're not putting stuff and there's only water running through it.

Could you put your powder in a sock or mesh bag to stop clumps? No idea if that would work.

Another idea would be to put the powder into one of those dosing balls and fill it up with cold water, stir with a spoon to dissolve and then put it in (in the ball) just before starting the cycle. Be careful not to touch the dissolved mixture as it might be quite strong.

I reckon it will be where you've had a bit of powder or yes perhaps the pink bits which have just got damp and been in contact with bits of clothing.

You could also cut a hole in the edging of the worktop, and/or take the front off the drawer. Or ask the installers to come back and fix it.

I always used Fairy, convinced myself it was kinder to my sensitive skin than other brands. I now use Lidl non-bio liquid, straight in the drum. About a quarter of the price and just the same. Downgrade!

We use the Eco Egg, have done for years. Tiny cardboard box with pellets in that you change every 50 washes. The only plastic is the egg itself. Do not put the egg in the tumble dryer as that eventually destroys the egg

My DD used to have very sensitive skin and I used persil non bio powder which she could tolerate.

Powder is designed for the drawer for the reason you say in your op.

Coming through the drawer will create the process that begins to dissolve the powder before it hits your clothes.

Your current way proves this.

The only way would be to mix water with the powder first but even then it’s not the same amount as from the drawer and it may not work.

Another form of detergent is the answer unless you can afford/ like buying lots of clothes!

Sadly I don’t think you can have it both ways… either you find a way of opening the drawer or you get pods / gel. Gel you can recycle the bottle.

I've been putting daz powder directly in the drum and not found it a problem on dark clothes but if you want sensitive skin varieties (which I use on my clothes but not sons dark uniform) m & s do a good range of liquid and powder which are reasonably priced. I order from Ocado.