Washing Tips

Washing Tips for Best Results

To get the most out of your wash bag and keep your laundry clean and your washing machine running smoothly, follow these helpful tips:

Detergent Use

• We recommend using a liquid gel detergent directly inside the bag.

• Avoid capsules or pods, as they can become trapped and may not fully dissolve during the wash.

Temperature & Wash Settings

• Always follow the care label on your laundry, not just the detergent instructions.

• For heavily soiled items (e.g. grass or poop stains), use a suitable temperature and a longer wash cycle - low temperatures or quick washes won’t be effective.

Loading Your Machine

• Don’t overload the wash bag or your machine - laundry needs room to move and allow detergent to circulate.

• Don’t underload either your washing machine drum needs to stay balanced. A good rule of thumb: the load should loosely fill the drum all the way around.

Bio vs Non-Bio Detergent

• Biological detergents contain enzymes that remove stains more effectively at lower temperatures and shorter cycles.

• Non-biological detergents are gentler on sensitive skin (as validated by the British Skin Foundation), but require longer or warmer wash cycles to be effective.

Washing Whites

• Liquid and colour-friendly detergents don’t contain bleach - great for preserving colours, but not for keeping whites bright.

• For white items, use a detergent that contains bleach to avoid that greyish fade over time.