Virgin Radio
10 May 2022, 16:17
Pic: TikTok Cleanwithbekx
It turns out we might have been loading the washing machine incorrectly.
Have you been putting the washing powder in the drawer?
It turns out that you should add it into the drum of a front-loading washing machine, instead.
It's all thanks to a TikTok hack, from Clean with Bek.
She captioned the post: "Shocked at how many people did not know this."
Bek claims that putting the powder in the drawer clogs your machine.
Over time, this could build up and cause damage.
She says putting the washing powder straight in the drum with your clothes will help the water to foam up.
She also says the powder will make the washing "smell so much stronger" and your clothes will be fresher for longer.
According to White Goods Help, placing the powder into the drum is alright to do if it doesn't dissolve properly in the drawer.
They advice not to overload the machine, as "This is because detergent may get trapped inside laundry and be unable to disperse properly."
Adding: "That can not only prevent proper washing, but it also causes a potential safety issue."#
Persil also says on their site that washing powder can be applied to the drum so long as it's in a "mesh bag" which will "help it dissolve quicker".
It's always worth checking the instructions of the product to use the best method.
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