Why do I have buildup? - Cloth Diapers & Parenting Community

**tararaboomdeea** · 08-10-2006, 10:16 AM

I peeked in the machine last night for the cold eince cycle and there were a fair amount of bubbles in there

Why do I have build up? I use Allens and Sport Wash.

My wash routine is:

Cold Wash- no detergent

Hot Wash- 1/2 capful Sportwash or 1.5 caps of Allens, 1/4c vinegar

Cold Rinse

Cold Rinse

Do I need to clean my washer?

SheilaJoy · 08-10-2006, 10:19 AM

could be a bit too much detergent. 2 whole capfuls total is a lot, considering Allen's is concentrated. Just make sure to do extra rinses to get that out.

SarahJane · 08-10-2006, 10:24 AM

I only used two teaspoons of Allen's otherwise I get major bubbles. It's really concentrated. I do clean my washer on occasion. I think I read it on the Pin Stripes and Poka Dots? Sarah's I think?

a_cthelen · 08-10-2006, 12:25 PM

I only use 1tbsp of Allens in a load of like 20 dipes...if my normal 10 dipes, I do 1.5tsp or less. Sounds like a little too much detergent.

**tararaboomdeea** · 08-10-2006, 03:35 PM

OK, that cap is so tiny that I didn't think it could be too much

I'll cut back-thanks mamas!

a_cthelen · 08-10-2006, 05:11 PM

I measured today...the cap is just less than a Tbsp

08-10-2006, 10:16 AM	#1
tararaboomdeea Banned Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 15,768 Ratings: 434 Feedback: 100%	Why do I have buildup? I peeked in the machine last night for the cold eince cycle and there were a fair amount of bubbles in there Why do I have build up? I use Allens and Sport Wash. My wash routine is: Cold Wash- no detergent Hot Wash- 1/2 capful Sportwash or 1.5 caps of Allens, 1/4c vinegar Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Do I need to clean my washer? Advertisement

08-10-2006, 10:19 AM	#2
SheilaJoy I grow people Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 4,322 Ratings: 163 Feedback: 100%	Re: Why do I have buildup? could be a bit too much detergent. 2 whole capfuls total is a lot, considering Allen's is concentrated. Just make sure to do extra rinses to get that out.

08-10-2006, 10:24 AM	#3
SarahJane Registered Users Join Date: May 2006 Location: Northern, VA Posts: 2,441 Ratings: 73 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Why do I have buildup? I only used two teaspoons of Allen's otherwise I get major bubbles. It's really concentrated. I do clean my washer on occasion. I think I read it on the Pin Stripes and Poka Dots? Sarah's I think? __________________ Sarah SAHM to William 4/05 and Emily 6/99 and blessed wife of Hank for 12 years!

08-10-2006, 12:25 PM	#4
a_cthelen My cat's breath smells like cat food Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 2,069 Ratings: 86 Feedback: 100%	Re: Why do I have buildup? I only use 1tbsp of Allens in a load of like 20 dipes...if my normal 10 dipes, I do 1.5tsp or less. Sounds like a little too much detergent. __________________ Amy SAHM to Carter Wool for Sale: http://hyenacart.com/Spots_corner/index.php?u=6698

08-10-2006, 03:35 PM	#5
tararaboomdeea Banned Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 15,768 Ratings: 434 Feedback: 100%	Re: Why do I have buildup? OK, that cap is so tiny that I didn't think it could be too much I'll cut back-thanks mamas!

08-10-2006, 05:11 PM	#6
a_cthelen My cat's breath smells like cat food Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 2,069 Ratings: 86 Feedback: 100%	Re: Why do I have buildup? I measured today...the cap is just less than a Tbsp __________________ Amy SAHM to Carter Wool for Sale: http://hyenacart.com/Spots_corner/index.php?u=6698

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