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Special detergents
–Detergents for coloureds and delicates, without added bleach, also often without any optical brightening agents, to preserve the colour.
–Detergents for a thorough wash, without added bleach or enzymes, particularly suitable for handling woollen fibres.
–Detergents for curtains with optical brightening agents, resistant to light, to prevent yellowing from sunlight.
–Special detergents for programmed use of chemical substances, depending on fabric type, degree of soiling and water hardness.
Here basic detergents, softeners, bleaches/stain removers can be added separately.
Additional laundry aids
–Water softener, means less detergent can be used where water hardness is classed as hard to very hard.
–Prewash substances, for the programmed treatment of stains prior to the main wash.
Using them means the subsequent wash can be at a low temperature or with
–Fabric softener, prevents static
If you own a tumble dryer, clothes are softened even without the use of a fabric softener.
Do not put solvents in the washing machine!
Keep detergents and other laundry products out of children’s reach.
Before pouring in the detergent check that there are no foreign bodies in the detergent drawer.
Dosage details are usually shown on the detergent packaging. Follow those instructions!
Dosages
Only use detergents which are suitable for use in a washing machine.
You will obtain the best results from your wash with the minimum use of chemical products and the best care for your laundry if you take into consideration the degree of soiling as well as the type of detergent to choose.
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