Useful tips on how to use laundry capsules

Laundry capsules are a modern product that is increasingly preferred by housewives.

In order not to be disappointed with the result of washing and not to spoil things, you must strictly follow the instructions for use and take into account the peculiarities of storing pads with detergent.

We will tell you in this article how to properly use capsules for washing clothes in an automatic washing machine.

How to use it correctly?

Externally, the capsules are pads, the liquid contents of which are located under a special shell. Each of them can consist of one or several compartments with contents that differ in color. Their quantity and composition are always indicated on the packaging.

Inside the individual compartments there is a certain substance:

• air conditioner;
• washing gel;
• stain remover;
• bleach, etc.

Each of the pads is enclosed in a special water-soluble shell. The concentrated gel inside, released during the washing process, mixes with water and provides high-quality washing.

Where to put washing powder tablets?

The difference between using pads and other laundry products is that they must be placed directly into the drum. The capsule is placed in a drum before things are placed inside.It is advisable to place it closer to the rear wall so that when rotating it does not fall into the recess of the rubber cuff of the hatch.

Handle the pad only with dry hands. Otherwise, the shell may dissolve prematurely and the contents will leak out before washing.

How much to throw?

Before placing the pad in the washing machine, you need to read the instructions to a specific tool. The information on the packaging indicates not only what specific items the pads are intended for (white, baby, colored, etc.), but also the dosage recommended by the manufacturer.

You should not place more capsules in the drum than recommended by the manufacturer. Violating the rule can lead to a lot of foam formation and incomplete rinsing of the product.

How to wash?

For high-quality washing of clothes in a washing machine using capsules, it is necessary to act according to the following algorithm:

1. Remove the pillow from the individual packaging.
2. Place it in the drum, away from the hatch door.
3. Place prepared items into the drum.
4. Close the door.
5. Set the required mode.
6. Start the washing process.

No additional detergents (powder, conditioner, bleach, etc.) should be added.

Consequences of improper use

The quality of washing clothes depends on how correctly the capsules are used. If the pad was placed not in the drum, but in the powder receptacle compartment on the body of the washing machine, effective washing will not work.

In this case, the capsule shell will not have time to dissolve when water is briefly supplied to the powder receptacle, and detergent will not get into dirty clothes.

If the pad is left in the powder receptacle for a long time, it will stick to the container. After a while, it may begin to dissolve, then its contents will leak into the drum even when things are rinsed or wrung out.

Can it be used for manual processing of things?

All capsules are intended for use directly in the washing machine and are not designed for hand washing.

If the laundry is very dirty and requires pre-washing and soaking, you need to use the following recommendations:

1. For soaking you need to use washing gel or powder.
2. After soaking, things should be rinsed.
3. In the washing machine, pre-treated items are placed on top of a capsule placed in the drum.

For high-quality washing, it is necessary to use capsules only in automatic washing machines.

Application nuances

Depending on what kind of laundry you plan to wash, a certain type of capsule is selected. On the product market you can purchase both universal pads and those designed for washing clothes based on color or for children’s clothes:

1. Kids clothes. To care for children's things, hypoallergenic capsules can be used, which are designed for washing children's clothes.

   They should not contain strong fragrances or substances harmful to the health of the child.After washing with such pads, things will be clean and washed very carefully.

2. Black. Washing pads for black laundry remove dirt and add freshness to clothes. At the same time, special components in the composition prevent the washing out of bright color pigments from dark fabrics. Capsules marked “for black” can also be used to tidy up dark materials.
3. White. Manufacturers contain effective stain removers and optical brighteners in capsules for white linen. During the washing process, items are cleaned of dirt and retain their whiteness.
4. Colored. For washing colored clothes, capsules marked “Color” are best suited. This product allows you not only to clean your laundry from dirt and refresh it, but also to maintain the brightness of the colors.

Storage rules

Washing pads are high-maintenance products. Until they are used for their intended purpose, it is advisable to store them in a container without opening the individual packages. It is optimal to keep the capsules in a cool place with moderate humidity.

Incomplete dissolution: what to do?

In rare cases, housewives may encounter a situation where the capsules have not completely dissolved.

The following circumstances may lead to this:

1. Very little or, conversely, a lot of things were put into the drum.
2. The washing temperature was set lower than what the manufacturer recommends.

The way out of the situation would be an additional rinse in the washing machine or rinsing things manually in a basin.If the result still leaves a stain on the clothing, it can be carefully treated with alcohol.

Apply alcohol to the stained area using a sponge and rinse with water after a quarter of an hour. If the treatment does not produce results the first time, it is repeated.

Following the recommendations of the laundry pad manufacturer will help prevent the capsules from not completely dissolving in the future.

Recommendations

Using laundry capsules will be more successful if adhere to the following tips:

1. The pads should not be used to soak things - they are not intended for that.
2. If the items placed in the drum are heavily soiled, 2 capsules can be used at once. But in this case, it is advisable to set the “extra rinse” option.
3. Capsules that are bright in color and have an original design should be kept away from children. An undeniable advantage of child-resistant packaging.
4. The pads must not be opened - the shell must dissolve directly during the washing process.
5. If you need to use 2 capsules at once, you should not use products from different manufacturers, as they have different compositions.

Washing pads have hermetically sealed packaging, which prevents substance particles from entering the respiratory tract when storing capsules and when preparing for washing.

You will find a lot of important and useful information about laundry capsules in this section.

Conclusion

Using capsules when washing allows you to save time and wash your clothes efficiently. In this case, it is necessary to act strictly according to the instructions for the drug, adhering to the dosages and rules specified by the manufacturer.