hoovermatic
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If you were to get rid of all of the laundry detergents you had and reduce it to just one for everything (except woollens), what would it be?
One and JUST one detergent
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aegokocarat
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definently
fairy washing powder and m&s lily and lavider softener.
Tom
fairy washing powder and m&s lily and lavider softener.
Tom
marthalover4eve
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daz genral powder and lenor febreeze softner
Dr. Bronners Sal Suds. can be used for just about everything
aquarius1984
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oh thats easy!
Ariel Biological powder.
Cant be arsed these days to buy colour detergents, faded is the new pristine.
LOL
Ariel Biological powder.
Cant be arsed these days to buy colour detergents, faded is the new pristine.
LOL
Well, I think I've changed just yesterday...
I couldn't resist picking up some "Fuller 86" at the Fuller Brush store (seems so old fashioned to just even go in that place-great stuff). I'd forgotten that it works REALLY well, did a load of whites and they came out really bright. It also has a lot of suds, without residue. The fabric softener is thick and need to premix it before it goes in the agitator, but the smell is very different, and retro smelling. It's now my new favorite I think - will try the powder next time. I'm not too crazy over the PANK labels.
I couldn't resist picking up some "Fuller 86" at the Fuller Brush store (seems so old fashioned to just even go in that place-great stuff). I'd forgotten that it works REALLY well, did a load of whites and they came out really bright. It also has a lot of suds, without residue. The fabric softener is thick and need to premix it before it goes in the agitator, but the smell is very different, and retro smelling. It's now my new favorite I think - will try the powder next time. I'm not too crazy over the PANK labels.
Sudsy wash from the Fuller 86.
Small load, 1/4 ounce (1.5 oz for large loads, but I use 1 ounce) used. Notice how the softener is thick and can stick to the inside of the dispenser--have to premix it...but smells great.
Small load, 1/4 ounce (1.5 oz for large loads, but I use 1 ounce) used. Notice how the softener is thick and can stick to the inside of the dispenser--have to premix it...but smells great.
norgeway
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HMMMM...!
Ms Meyers Clean Day Detergent, ..Not cheap but GOOD.
Ms Meyers Clean Day Detergent, ..Not cheap but GOOD.
ronhic
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mattywashboy
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Australian Dynamo Powder or Liquid
Fluffy 'Excite' softener.
I am actually in the process of trying to use only one brand, the cupboard next to the washer and in the bathroom is currently starting to look like a detergent aisle with all the different types in there.
Of course if i had the money I would imported Persil Bio powder but sadly its not financially viable.
Matt
Fluffy 'Excite' softener.
I am actually in the process of trying to use only one brand, the cupboard next to the washer and in the bathroom is currently starting to look like a detergent aisle with all the different types in there.
Of course if i had the money I would imported Persil Bio powder but sadly its not financially viable.
Matt
ronhic
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I would imported Persil Bio powder but sadly its not financi
...but for a treat Matty, get some delivered...
http://www.treatsfromhome.com.au/index.htm
...but for a treat Matty, get some delivered...
http://www.treatsfromhome.com.au/index.htm
maytagbear
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Sears Ultra (Orange box)
Cleans very well, gets most of my stains out first time around, has a minimal but pleasant scent; and is very inexpensive!
I wear very little wool, I am a cotton guy, so a bottle of Woolite lasts me for years! A number of years back, Consumer Reports said that there was very little difference between Woolite and hand dishwashing liquid. I keep Woolite around because I like the scent.
Lawrence/Maytagbear
Cleans very well, gets most of my stains out first time around, has a minimal but pleasant scent; and is very inexpensive!
I wear very little wool, I am a cotton guy, so a bottle of Woolite lasts me for years! A number of years back, Consumer Reports said that there was very little difference between Woolite and hand dishwashing liquid. I keep Woolite around because I like the scent.
Lawrence/Maytagbear
My option would be (and is actually) the same as Lawrence's.
sudsmaster
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As long as I have some STPP, any detergent will do.
twinniefan
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Can I bring one back from the past
If I could go back to the past and bring one back,
RINSO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! my mother's one and only favourite mine too come to think of it.
If I could go back to the past and bring one back,
RINSO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! my mother's one and only favourite mine too come to think of it.
twinniefan
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Omo matic
Yeah Chris, I think it is a bit sad that they had to change the name from Omomatic to Omo small and mighty, can't see anything wrong with keeping the name Omomatic,do you happen to know why they changed it?
Remember the original box which was white and blue(from memory but might have that wrong.) and had a rather large picture of an open front loader door on the front of the box.
Cheers.
Steve.
Yeah Chris, I think it is a bit sad that they had to change the name from Omomatic to Omo small and mighty, can't see anything wrong with keeping the name Omomatic,do you happen to know why they changed it?
Remember the original box which was white and blue(from memory but might have that wrong.) and had a rather large picture of an open front loader door on the front of the box.
Cheers.
Steve.
ronhic
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Agree....
....the box I first remember was predominately white with some blue (and red?)....where as top load OMO was in a predominately Blue box with white and red...
My feelings are that they've changed the name due to High Efficiency offerings in the top load market that require front load detergent....so it made sense for those users....
...but it will always be OMOMatic....regardless of what they try and rebadge it as....
....the box I first remember was predominately white with some blue (and red?)....where as top load OMO was in a predominately Blue box with white and red...
My feelings are that they've changed the name due to High Efficiency offerings in the top load market that require front load detergent....so it made sense for those users....
...but it will always be OMOMatic....regardless of what they try and rebadge it as....
I concur with Maytagbear
Sears Ultra Plus. All I've used for the past 4 years.
Sears Ultra Plus. All I've used for the past 4 years.
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Sears Ultra Plus (orange or green box).
mattywashboy
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hey ron
are u liking the change of Omo box design and logo"? i'm not too sure myself, i think i liked the previous design better, this current one makes it look a bit too 'foreign' for me haha
are u liking the change of Omo box design and logo"? i'm not too sure myself, i think i liked the previous design better, this current one makes it look a bit too 'foreign' for me haha
Which Powder - Vintage & New..!!
The reliable one!!
The reliable one!!
hoover1100
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Again
Ariel bio powder!
Just can't fault it, persil is also excellent at the moment but ariel has remained consistently good for years now!
For softner, anything lenor basically.
Matt
Ariel bio powder!
Just can't fault it, persil is also excellent at the moment but ariel has remained consistently good for years now!
For softner, anything lenor basically.
Matt
polkanut
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The phosphated version of that old Mexican favorite, "VIVA"! And for softener, Ensueno in the green bottle.
Great Topic!
I am going to try the Sears Ultra. I'm currently using Purex Mountain Breeze because I like how it smells and it's not too expensive.
I usually prefer liquid detergent - is the Sears Ultra liquid as good as the powder? I have a 4 year old top loading Kenmore Elite if that matters.
I am going to try the Sears Ultra. I'm currently using Purex Mountain Breeze because I like how it smells and it's not too expensive.
I usually prefer liquid detergent - is the Sears Ultra liquid as good as the powder? I have a 4 year old top loading Kenmore Elite if that matters.
My detergent preferene seems to always be in flux, but.....
The one I always appreciate is Tide w/Bleach powder, original scent. I have never washed darks with it, but P&G sure wants you to think you can.
If I could indulge and have TWO detergents, it would be the above mentioned Tide and liguid Cheer for Darks. That is my favorite combination.
Gordon
The one I always appreciate is Tide w/Bleach powder, original scent. I have never washed darks with it, but P&G sure wants you to think you can.
If I could indulge and have TWO detergents, it would be the above mentioned Tide and liguid Cheer for Darks. That is my favorite combination.
Gordon
hoovermatic
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Thanks for all the responses! It wasn't an idle question - I am in the process of decluttering EVERYTHING in my house and i went to the cupboard under the sink to find some string and stood back and looked at the ridiculous array of chemicals and other garbage that I have accumulated. I am working through all the antibacterial kitchen sprays/Flash/Cillit Bang/Jif or Cif or whatever it is called this week, about 5 different chemicals for leather furniture, 7 laundry detergents (modest for many of you I know), 3 different dishwasher detergents and so on and so on. Utter madness. I recently used Persil non bio small and mighty and was really impressed with it. I always use an additive for really dirty whites so i guess it doesn't matter if the detergent is bio or not. I do favour powders over liquids and won't consider tablets, capsules or anything like that because my water is so soft the doses are too high. I am sick of the whole colour detergent racket and just want one for all jobs. Always been a loyal Ariel user but am open to any suggestions!
Nobody mentioned a supermarket brand (perhaps some of the US ones were but afraid I wouldn't know one way or the other). Does no one use or rate non branded detergents? I used to love Sainsburys Novon range but they changed it for the worse in my opinion and Waitrose Ultima powders were always good performers I found.
Nobody mentioned a supermarket brand (perhaps some of the US ones were but afraid I wouldn't know one way or the other). Does no one use or rate non branded detergents? I used to love Sainsburys Novon range but they changed it for the worse in my opinion and Waitrose Ultima powders were always good performers I found.
I would pick UK (Unilever) Persil Bio powder. And since you're in the UK, and don't have to pay the outrageous shipping prices!
If I had to choose an American detergent, it would be liquid Tide With Bleach Alternative HE.
If I had to choose an American detergent, it would be liquid Tide With Bleach Alternative HE.
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I think that my choice would be moved only because of the scent, each producer here has at least one good performing detergent.
But because I like non scented or minimally scented products, I'd go for AVA powder by reckitt&benkiser.
Otherwise if I were in the UK I'd get Ariel excel gel but before the actilift formula
But because I like non scented or minimally scented products, I'd go for AVA powder by reckitt&benkiser.
Otherwise if I were in the UK I'd get Ariel excel gel but before the actilift formula
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Mexican Ariel powder. I've already made the switch. I can get it in bulk for a decent price.
I've imported some European Ariel Bio powder and liked it too. But shipping cost is not practical. I usually get a box whenever I order color toilet tissue.
~Tim
I've imported some European Ariel Bio powder and liked it too. But shipping cost is not practical. I usually get a box whenever I order color toilet tissue.
~Tim
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