How do these work for hand washing in a sink while traveling? Does the detergent irritate your skin?
1074012
I have very sensitive skin, and I did find this product a little irritating and drying.
1074013
I have not used for hand washing only machine washing and drying. They work wonderful. I have heard some folks use their hair shampoo for hand washing have not tried that.
1074014
Avoid the *chance* of irritated skin with a pair of dishwashing gloves. Use scissors to cut them lengthwise rather than waste an entire "sheet" for just a sink's worth of wash.
1074015
I have never used them in that capacity. Subsequently, I am unable to answer your question.
1153337
HiI dont' Wash the clothes in the wash machine,because they are so small,that It's so easy to wash with a hand soap .....for me ir works in perfection like this!
1342426
I use the soap nuts and I have not experienced my clothes being dingy. I use hot water on my whites, the rest of my laundry is washed in cold water. I do get my soap nuts wet with warm water first .
1214860
They are easy to hand wash. I don't use my dishwasher on a daily basis, so I have to wash by hand. Don't use soap. Rinse with hot water and dry with a paper. This will remove any residue.
437022
I think they work fine in an HE washer; our clothes look great. I try to put the bag where the water will first hit it before it get swallowed by the clothes. I stick into the gasket a little. Only once has it stayed there for the entire wash. Also save the tired pieces, add water, cook on stove to get the last of the soap out for shampoo, dishes anything really. I love the stuff. There is no major packaging, people get work and it's all plant material excpt for the plastic buket which I use for other things.
2140376
Yes, I did wash them with other things and also did this with my microfiber rags. I noticed as you did the washing instructions and now I know why my fiber cloths are all messed up. They grab any and all lint, debris etc that will be in the washwater and it clings to them so when you use them again; it could scratch surfaces. I think with the Bissell I would feel safer than regular cloths if you only use on tile/linoleum not hardwoods. What I found is you cannot get the dirt out period, so good luck. Bleaching them in the sink helps but not much.
2179831
I've heard that using dishwashing detergent meant for dishwashers, some of which contain chlorine compounds, can allow hydrogen to leak through the steel and into the vacuum, and degrade the insulating qualities over time. if you use these for relatively short term drinks, it probably doesn't matter. if you use them for drinking cold water at the bedside overnight, it might.
1417569
Yes. It's worth it though, I take these on our cruises with us because they are compact. I would not buy them just to do my weekly laundry but they are nice for traveling.
1902664
I have a couple of answers. 1st - With different family members or friends and cold and flu season, I believe it helps to stop the spread of germs as everyone is not using the same hand towel. My mom is 85 years old and was in a house with the flu and colds. She never got sick this winter. I love these. 2nd Wasteful or not personal preference my mom uses these to wipe with at her bedside toilet. They are ticker and work great. Yes- laundry is done everyday at my moms house.
1137589
These towels, like you said, are lighter, thinner, dry faster, and are made from a more durable synthetic fiber. I used mine while backpacking around a dry, hot region (middle east) and found myself often using it by putting it under my hat to cover my face neck and shoulders, it saved my skin countless times, and packs very tightly. So why not replace every towel in your house? The suede is an...awkward feel against your skin. Not bad by any means, but different, it feels as though water isn't being absorbed as quickly/in the same way as say a typical towel does. Furthermore a typical towel honestly feels more 'comfortable' for whatever reason, and i'd imagine is cheaper as well. Mine didn't have the advertised anti bacterial technology, but I'd assume that is something that wash off/ wear off after a while.
1968139
they are great for things like windows and walls and dusting. You can use them dry on windows and they will remove any fingerprints etc and they don't leave little fibers behind like paper towels can. I use mine with cleaning agents on other surfaces. They make great cleaning towels that way. You can wring them out and cleaning is easy. No, they don't kill bacteria and germs by themselves but no cloth does. When you wash them, do not use fabric softener because that will effect how well they clean.
321119
Yes, I rinse it out daily with just water and my hands. When my trip is finished I use soap
508838
I have used this for handwashing clothes for quite some time now and it works great! Just be sure to rinse very well...good luck!
859864
I use it to wash all of my boys' dishes, utensils, cups and toys. I like that it rinses cleanly and leaves no residue like some soaps. It also doesn't cause the skin on my hands to break out in a rash. I have very sensitive skin and this is the only dish soap I can use safely.
1279404
Sure, just follow the instructions. Fine for when traveling. The cleaner lasts a long time if that's a concern, and not expensive.
2167812
I have not had great results in a dishwasher. We find they last longest, hand washing with a soft sponge or rage, but even then there is still some wear.
152001
They work great on carpet for me. If I am traveling light, I will put a bath towel on the floor. However, I did buy one of their travel towels, ,which I also like to use with my YogaPaws too. LOVE THEM!!!