Is it really true that ...
... a lot helps a lot?
It is true that the dirtier the laundry, the more detergent is needed. However, in order to wash laundry properly, it must not be too much, as otherwise residues may remain on the textiles. The dosage should also be adapted to the hardness of the water where you live, so ask your water supplier. The load of the machine is also decisive: the dosage on the packaging usually refers to machines that have space for 4.5 kilograms of laundry. However, newer machines often have a capacity of 6 to 8 kilograms - so you will need more detergent even with a full load.
... you can use vinegar instead of fabric softener to wash laundry properly?
No, you should definitely not do that. Vinegar is a fantastic helper in the household, but it has no place in the washing machine. According to the manufacturers, vinegar can lead to corrosion inside the machine and damage the appliance. In addition, unlike fabric softener, vinegar does not stick to the textile fibers - so it does not smooth or soften the laundry. So if you like it soft and cuddly, you should always use normal fabric softener.
... towels can only be washed properly at 90 degrees?
Not necessarily. 90-degree washes are only necessary in exceptional cases, for example on medical advice because someone in the family has an infectious disease. Towels are also stain-free when washed at 60 or 40 degrees. A heavy-duty detergent with bleach ensures greater hygiene at lower temperatures than color detergents. Check beforehand whether the towels tolerate brighteners.
... dark fabrics can also be washed properly with light ones?
Rumor has it that this is not a problem at low temperatures, but to prevent white from turning grey, the items should always be put in the machine separately. Heavy-duty or all-purpose detergent is best for whites.
... once worn means "normal" soiling?
No, if you have worn an item briefly, it is only considered lightly soiled. Only if, for example, a T-shirt has been sweated through or worn several times is it considered to be normally soiled. Very dirty children's or work clothes are considered heavily soiled.
... ink cartridges make curtains white again?
Yes: The blue color acts like an optical brightener, so you can safely put a cartridge of royal blue in the washing chamber. Alternatively, buy "laundry blue" from the drugstore.
How practical: this can also go in the machine
Shower curtain Wash it quarterly to prevent unsightly limescale deposits. Hang it up to dry and pull it wide.
Dog basket mat To prevent the machine from being full of pet hair afterwards, brush it well beforehand and put it in a laundry bag.
Kitchen sponges It is best to put them in the machine once a week at 60 degrees to kill all bacteria and germs.
Keyboard blocks Take a photo beforehand to find the right place! Place in a pillowcase with a zipper, wash at 30 degrees and leave to dry completely.
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