Washing powder better than liquid?

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Recently I've had to put my washing through 2 cycles as it just didn't smell clean (using recommended dose of liquid)
I bought Daz to do my white towels and what a difference.

Is it the powder effect or am I just not using enough of the liquid or is it just rubbish?

Argh! Measure out how much you need in an old yogurt pot and then draw a line with a marker. You can then use that instead of measuring each time!

Good idea! Although I’ve no idea how much to start off with?!

On my box of Daz, it says that 105ml (dose for light soiling in soft/medium water area) is around 65g.

@PinkDaydreams My boxes of powder don't come with a scoop either - I just repurposed something else that I knew was the size I needed (a small beaker). I know roughly how much I need and I just make a judgement if I am doing a small load etc. I don't think you need to worry about getting it right to the exact gram but if you weigh it out the first time and like theneverendinglaundry says, just mark it off with a permanent marker (or even better if you have a container knocking around that happens to hold that amount and no more).

I’ll measure it out into a yoghurt pot and mark with a marker pen, thank you!

You can always request a free one too. Here's a link:

www.persil.com/uk/dosing.html

Oh that’s great thank you! Just requested one

I was told by a washing machine engineer that the maximum amount of powder required for a load was 1 tablespoon. He said most problems were caused by low heat cycles and too much powder. We do have very soft water.
That was about 15 years ago and I have followed his advice ever since.
I buy 2 £4 boxes of tesco powder a year and have done this through two babies in cloth nappies and sport-mad teenage years.
My washing is, always clean and smells fresh and I am honestly amazed at the recommended usage amounts on the box.

That’s interesting to know, one tablespoon seems like hardly anything. The manufacturers obviously say we need more powder so that we spend more money on it. Also messes the machines up meaning money to be spent either repairing or replacing a machine. Naughty!

Also got problems with a smelly machine and I’m going to switch to powder when the current bottle of liquid runs out. If I wanted to run a wash with soda crystals in to clear things out, how much should I use and do I put them in the detergent drawer or in the drum?

Since using powder I’ve found that my clothes are very stiff once dry. I haven’t got a tumble drier unfortunately but I have been using fabric conditioner but still have crunchy clothes. Anyone else find this?

What about the blocks of solid powder - these were called tablets I think? Used to be everywhere but never see them now (only the dishwasher ones). My aunt used them but mind you she is a hoarder so may have had them for some time. She uses Ariel. Sadly I have quite a collection of the liquid capsules so don't need to buy any others just yet.

Deathraystare Aldi do powder tablets for both bio and non bio washes as I use these.

They are £1.89 for a box of 36 tablets. Can highly recommend.

I'm glad I found this post, I was wondering why the seal on my washing machine has gone black and my machine is smelling even though I put it through a clean every month, I'm sure its since I switched to liquid, I'm ordering a new seal and swapping back to powder.

You don’t need a new seal just spray your seal with astonish mould and mildew remover spray and leave then put on a hot wash ...

Thank you I will try that .

In the AMA section someone who develops washing products said that powder was necessary for whites (due to the bleach) and liquid for colours.

I was told by a washing machine engineer that the maximum amount of powder required for a load was 1 tablespoon

A plumber told me only to use one third the recommended amount of powder. Detergents reduce the efficiency and lifespan of your machine. I always wash on 60 and have never had an issue with the smaller amount.

Is powder better than the squidgy washing tablets too then?

What is the difference between colour powder and non bio power wrt not fading colours?

I’m finding soda crystals only are bringing my washing up a treat. Removed some ground in stains from my whites. Use a quarter of a cup on a 40c wash.

I’ve really noticed a difference to my machine since using powder, no smell! Also my clothes don’t seem to get that horrible musty smell. I’ve also noticed that at the end of the day wearing a t shirt with liquid the underarms would smell but since using powder it’s not as bad.
Only thing is that my washing isn’t as soft since using powder. I haven’t got a tumble drier.

What is the difference between colour powder and non bio power wrt not fading colours?

Non bio powder will still fade colours as it contains bleaches. Use a colour powder or a liquid to minimise fading.

I much prefer powder but agree it doesn't leave your clothes as soft.

Is it just me, or is it quite hard to find a powder suitable for colours these days?

I prefer liquid because I find I don't need to use fabric softner with liquid. The most awful powder is daz. This leaves the clothes smelling like mildew.