Wabi Sabi Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 For years I've bought an eco-friendly laundry detergent from Sam's Club and I've been happy with it, but I'm beginning to think that it's time to try something else. Dh's shirts are yellowed at the armpits and grimy looking around the collar. I'm constantly getting grease/oil stains on my own clothes that don't come out easily. Any suggestions? I really don't like scented laundry products at all so it needs to be something that comes in an unscented/free&clear version. Tide maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 All Free and Clear.... works on exploding diaper, machine grease and lots of other nasty stuff.... basically whatever dd and dh spills on thier clothes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2bdeutmeyer Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 After years and years of going with the cheap brands....I've finally relented that there really is no replacement for Tide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I love Purex. It works as well as Tide but is much cheaper. My dd loves the Purex Naturals Linens and Lillies scent because it's pretty mild, but they do have a Free and Clear detergent too. Oh and Purex works in both HE or traditional machines, so no need to worry about whether you grabbed the HE or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondeviolin Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 After years and years of going with the cheap brands....I've finally relented that there really is no replacement for Tide. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Amway's SA8, as well as the fabric softener and other laundry additives. Environementally sound (which Amway was doing before it became popular), economical, no fragrance (the original "fragrance;" there are three altogether, and the other two are a little stronger). I've been using Amway laundry products for over 35 years and have always been extremely pleased. I started using SA8 when I bought my first washing machine. I had been using whichever laundry detergent (and fabric softener) looked good at the moment. Mr. Ellie, bless his heart, had some sort of, um, lower-body rash, such that he would wake me at night scratching. He'd had it since high school, all through his Air Force tour of duty, and had been to the doctor several times. They all had different diagnoses, and none of their drugs helped. So imagine how I felt when I realized after several months of using SA8 that Mr. Ellie was no longer agonizingly scratching during the night. And it turns out that he can only use Amway's bath soaps and deoderant. So there you go. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KS_ Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 After years and years of going with the cheap brands....I've finally relented that there really is no replacement for Tide. I try to do natural products for many things, but have stuck with Tide Free (powder) for years and years. It does a good job and I use less than half of what it recommends on the box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Yes, but then you have to deal with an Amway rep who hard sells you to keep ordering and "Oh, just calling to see if you have tried X product" along with a 20 minute schpeil about how you need to buy, buy, buy....or better yet, become a rep yourself and hound your own friends and relatives. Sorry, but I am a bit bitter on the whole thing after TWO bad experiences, thinking the first was just a hard sell person and the 2nd person seemed more laid back.....NOPE! Dawn Amway's SA8, as well as the fabric softener and other laundry additives. Environementally sound (which Amway was doing before it became popular), economical, no fragrance (the original "fragrance;" there are three altogether, and the other two are a little stronger). I've been using Amway laundry products for over 35 years and have always been extremely pleased. I started using SA8 when I bought my first washing machine. I had been using whichever laundry detergent (and fabric softener) looked good at the moment. Mr. Ellie, bless his heart, had some sort of, um, lower-body rash, such that he would wake me at night scratching. He'd had it since high school, all through his Air Force tour of duty, and had been to the doctor several times. They all had different diagnoses, and none of their drugs helped. So imagine how I felt when I realized after several months of using SA8 that Mr. Ellie was no longer agonizingly scratching during the night. And it turns out that he can only use Amway's bath soaps and deoderant. So there you go. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I use Kirkland's brand that is very similar to Tide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Yes, but then you have to deal with an Amway rep who hard sells you to keep ordering and "Oh, just calling to see if you have tried X product" along with a 20 minute schpeil about how you need to buy, buy, buy....or better yet, become a rep yourself and hound your own friends and relatives. Sorry, but I am a bit bitter on the whole thing after TWO bad experiences, thinking the first was just a hard sell person and the 2nd person seemed more laid back.....NOPE! Dawn Or you could get it from me, on-line at my site. I don't usually promote myself like this, but under the circumstances, I do. I don't do hard sells. Either you want to buy the product or you don't. Either you want to try something new or you don't. I just want people to have clean laundry. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I use less than half of what it recommends on the box. I do this too, I only use 1oz of liquid detergent and that is plenty to get the clothes clean. Of course the companies will tell you to use more, that way you buy more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2samlibby Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I use Charilie's Soap. I've used it for quite a few years now and I think it does a good job. Charlie's Soap website I purchased my last container on amazon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GailV Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 After years and years of going with the cheap brands....I've finally relented that there really is no replacement for Tide. :iagree: I use the free and clear. The clothes are cleaner, plus they don't look so faded and worn either. I can find various detergents that will clean our stuff adequately, but they tend to really do a number on the dyes in the fabrics. Guess I'm just a sucker for optical brighteners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellers Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 After years and years of going with the cheap brands....I've finally relented that there really is no replacement for Tide. :iagree: Occasionally I like to use Gain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 After years and years of going with the cheap brands....I've finally relented that there really is no replacement for Tide. :iagree: I decided it's worth the extra $ not to have to rewash things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I use Seventh Generation with a little Clorox 2, but we're allergic to Tide (including Tide Free, I think maybe it is the whiteners). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnTeaching Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I use Seventh Generation with a little Clorox 2, but we're allergic to Tide (including Tide Free, I think maybe it is the whiteners). We have the same problem with Tide. I makes everyone itch. I know it does a good job cleaning the clothes, though. For the past few years, we have used Wisk Free. Lately though, it just seems as if the clothes do not smell very fresh. After just a few weeks on a shelf, the linens and tee shirts have a very musty, nasty smell. I thought it might be my old front loader machine, but I have a brand new fancy one now and I am still having the same problem. I may have to look for a new washing liquid myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3browneyedboys4me Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Charlie's Soap is the best laundry detergent I've used! You can purchase it at local health food stores, amazon, or from their website. Their all purpose cleaner is amazing and their laundry stain remover is great! You won't go wrong! Love it!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runmiarun Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I use Tide Free and Clear liquid. Lately, I've noticed more skin problems since I have freakishly super sensitive skin. I use 1/4 vinegar as my fabric softener. I use 1/2 oz of Tide and 2 tbs of my homemade Borax & washing soda mix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I like Target's store brand (Up & Up), and I'm pretty sure it comes in unscented. I really think it cleans as well as Tide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
athena1277 Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 All Free and Clear.... works on exploding diaper, machine grease and lots of other nasty stuff.... basically whatever dd and dh spills on thier clothes This is what I use also. I really like it except that I have a tendency to get grease splatters on my good shirt when I cook and they don't come out with just this detergent.:glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 We have the same problem with Tide. I makes everyone itch. I know it does a good job cleaning the clothes, though. For the past few years, we have used Wisk Free. Lately though, it just seems as if the clothes do not smell very fresh. After just a few weeks on a shelf, the linens and tee shirts have a very musty, nasty smell. I thought it might be my old front loader machine, but I have a brand new fancy one now and I am still having the same problem. I may have to look for a new washing liquid myself. I can actually use the scented versions of Seventh Generation. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 This is what I use also. I really like it except that I have a tendency to get grease splatters on my good shirt when I cook and they don't come out with just this detergent.:glare: Scrub them with a little Dawn dishsoap before you wash them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Peach Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I use Arm & Hammer with OxiClean. Not sure if it comes in unscented. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raceNzanesmom Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) I make my own. Works great! 1 bar of Fels Naptha soap (microwave until puffy, let cool and crumble) 1 1/2 c borax 1 1/2 c. washing soda Mix well, store in an airtight container. Use 1-2 TBL per load. I triple it and it lasts forever. I use Purex Free and Clear on diapers, 1/4 cap. Vinegar in the fabric softner dispenser for all loads. Edited March 22, 2012 by raceNzanesmom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Dreft stain remover is the best I found also for grease (machine) and nasty output made by baby. Yup I used dreft stain remover and All Free and Clear when DD was a baby and Dh worked at a metal fab shop (Lippert Components and Elixer Industries). Now that dd is potty trained and dh now works as a junior dental lab tech (he's working on certification) I just use the All. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirstenH Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I use Seventh Generation with a little Clorox 2, but we're allergic to Tide (including Tide Free, I think maybe it is the whiteners). This is what we use, as well. I'm mostly satisfied, but I admit it's not awesome for stains, especially the armpit kind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oakblossoms Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 We have skin issues. We currently use liquid Costco environmentally friendly stuff because I am not permitted to use powders here. But, I love BIOKleen powder with the orange scent. Yummy. You can get huge containers at amazon. You use just a little scoop for a load. Love it. I am using it as soon as we move:lol: We had a water softner at one time. That thing was awesome. I would recommend one if only for the washing machine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elvis and Miss Kitty Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 After years and years of going with the cheap brands....I've finally relented that there really is no replacement for Tide. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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