In order for the washing machine to serve you as long as possible, while bringing as few problems as possible, it is not enough just to observe the recommended operating rules of the device( although this is certainly one of the most important factors).No less important is the right choice of means for washing, first of all, washing powder.
Usually housewives prefer any one brand, changing it no more often than once every few years. At the same time, they can be guided by a variety of considerations - a favorable price, a pleasant scent, brand fame, etc. But, choosing a washing powder, we rarely think about how our choice affects the condition of the washing machine.
In this article, we will tell you how a substandard washing powder can damage the mechanism of the stylus and about what criteria a high-quality detergent should meet. Also we will try to give you some recommendations on the choice of detergent powder, which, we hope, will help you navigate in the huge variety of products presented on store shelves.
Requirements
Choosing a detergent, we have to solve several problems at once, because the purchased product should not only wash things well, be safe for households, but also carefully treat the internal parts of the washing machine.
A good detergent must meet the following basic requirements:
- cope with different types of contaminants;
- it is good to wash clothes, giving it freshness;
- dissolve well and wash off with water;
- not contain any hazardous components;
- does not cause skin allergy or irritation;
- does not settle on the internal parts of the washing machine;
- does not clog the filters.
Composition
The quality of the detergent is largely determined by its chemical composition. In addition to the main active ingredient, most detergent powders contain various additives that provide a pleasant aroma, conditioning effect, prevention of scale formation, etc.
Powders that have been properly certified should not have aggressive chemicals;all components of such products should be safe for human life and health. Among experts, there is an opinion that phosphates, which are added to detergent powder to reduce water hardness, can be harmful, so now the production and sale of household-free household chemicals is actively conducted.
How to conduct a test for the quality of
Testing detergent at home is difficult because the quality of washing is only one of the criteria by which this product is evaluated. The way in which the use of a certain washing powder affects the condition of the washing machine can only be determined by means of special, lengthy tests.
Of course, there are organizations that conduct research on the quality of washing powders, comparing funds from different manufacturers for several key parameters. Such studies require a lot of time and money, because they need to buy not only household chemicals, but also washing machines.
Review of the popular brands
In recent years, a lot of research has been carried out, the purpose of which is to analyze the quality of products in the market of household chemicals and choose the best means for washing. The results of these studies we have displayed in the form of a table - for convenience.
| Name | Manufacturer | Features | Average price |
| Sarma Active | JSC "Nevskaya kosmetika" |
| 79 руб.for a pack of 500 g |
| "Eared Nanny" | JSC "Nevskaya Cosmetics" |
| 316 rub.for a package of 2.4 kg |
| Losk Color | Henkel |
| 290 rub.for a package of 3 kg |
| "Color Aloe Vera" | Frosch |
| 500 руб.per pack 1.35 kg |
| Tide Color | Procter &Gamble |
| 450 руб.for 3 kg |
| "Weasel Radiance Colors" | Henkel |
| 400 руб.per bottle 2 liters |
| Bos Bos Plus | JSC Aist |
| 49 руб.per pack 300 g |
| Reflect Color | Neon Corporation Australia |
| 350 rub.per pack 650 g |
| Ariel Active Gel Capsules | Procter &Gamble |
| 500 руб.for packing 805 g( 23 capsules) |
Tips for choosing
- For use in automatic washing machines, only powders with the appropriate marking are suitable. Marking "machine" on the package means that the detergent does not give a plentiful foam, which is harmful to the styarok, since it can disable the unit.
- Pay attention to the marking, which indicates that the product has passed all the necessary tests, received proper certification and is safe for health. If the package says that the powder is non-toxic or environmentally friendly, this gives it an advantage.
- The chemical composition of the detergent must be run at least lightly through the eyes. Most of us will not say much about this information, but we need to be alert if the product contains more than 5% of surfactants( surfactants) and more than 12% of phosphates.
- You can extend the life of things by using your own kind of detergent for each type of fabric. Of course, this is not at all economical, but for the most favorite woolen or silk things it is still worth buying a special detergent.
Where is it better to load a washing powder?
The washing machine has a special feeder with a dispenser for washing powder and conditioner. Where he is, everyone knows who has ever used a stylalki-automatic. However, some prefer to fill up the laundry detergent not in a special container, but directly into the drum. Is it correct?
Specialists say that only a gel or capsules for washing need to be loaded directly into the drum. In all other cases, you need to use the feeder. But with it, the housewives also often have difficulties, because in most models of washing machines the dispenser consists of several compartments.
To deal with this fairly easily, you just need to fill in the legend. The "flower", "star" or "snowflake" icon indicates that this compartment is intended for an air conditioner or rinse aid. Roman numerals or letters of the Latin alphabet denote the stages of washing. So, I and A compartments need to fill in powder for pre-soaking, and in compartments II and B - for the main stage of washing.
How much powder to fall asleep?
The recommended dosage of detergent is usually indicated on the product packaging, but this information can not always be trusted. The fact is that manufacturers are eager to increase sales of their products( and this is absolutely normal).In order for buyers to buy detergent more often, they need to use it faster than it was, and without increasing the frequency of washing it can be done only by increasing the consumption of the product. Therefore, the packaging often indicates the maximum dosage, which can be safely cut in half. The standard dosage of detergent is approximately 1 tbsp.funds for 1 kg of things.
