Soda Crystals

Soda Crystals are available in most supermarkets - either in the 'laundry' or 'cleaning' sections. Many independent retailers will also stock them.

Soda Crystals should be used in every wash. Simply add the required amount to the detergent drawer, along with your usual washing powder, or directly in to the drum. Soda Crystals soften the water, so that less of your detergent is needed to do the water softening. This not only saves you money on detergent, but it will also help remove stains from your clothes and fabrics.

But the benefits don't stop there. Soda Crystals will help prevent limescale and other build up in your machine and hoses. Using Soda Crystals instead of biological washing powders, also helps minimise the impact on the environment. Click here for more information about how everyday household chemicals affect the environment.

For white washes, you may want to try Borax. It also softens the water, but has a natural mild whitening effect.
You can also use Soda Crystals to pre-treat heavy stains on clothes and fabrics, but you may find it easier to use Liquid Soda Crystals that are Soda Crystals pre-mixed for ease of use.

Top Tip

Treat your washing machine to a thorough clean!
Once every month or two, remove smells and kill bacteria from your washing machine, add two cups of Soda Crystals to the detergent dispenser on an empty cycle and run on the longest hottest wash. Once the cycle is complete, add 500ml of White Vinegar to the drum, and run another empty cycle on the longest hottest wash. This will eliminate any limescale and detergent from the pipes, leaving your washing machine sparkling and working more efficiently. This should be repeated every 4 – 8 weeks to ensure unpleasant odours and germs do not accumulate.