Review of Tide washing gel: rules of use, cost, consumer opinions

Increasingly, modern housewives prefer gels to classic washing powders. Liquid detergent has a number of advantages, so washing with its use is of higher quality.

On the shelves you can find liquid concentrates of different brands. Washing gel is in high demand among consumers Tide.

Read the article about which product to choose and how to use it, what is included in its composition and what they say about it on the forums.

Tide concentrate - what is it?

Tide washing gel is a universal detergent that can be used to care for the clothes of all family members.

Its main differences from washing powder:

1. The concentrate instantly dissolves in water and immediately begins its “direct duties”, namely, the fight against pollution.
2. Can be used for washing delicate fabrics. Detergent components are activated at temperatures of 20 degrees and above. Even after repeated washings, things will not look faded.
3. The product is easy to rinse and does not leave streaks on the fabric.
4. It can be used to pre-treat difficult stains. It is enough to apply a small amount of the composition to the contaminated area.
5. Convenient dosing. To do this, use a measuring cap.

The main difference between gel and capsules is the ability to use it for hand and machine washing. Capsules are only suitable for automatic processing.

The concentrate is bottled in plastic bottles of various sizes.. The packaging is bright orange. The container is equipped with a handle, with which it is convenient to pour liquid into the measuring cap.

Kinds

There are several types of Tide gels:

"Alpine freshness"

The product has a pleasant aroma that remains on things after washing. Thanks to this treatment, it seems that the items were exposed to frosty air. The product is suitable for caring for white and light-colored fabrics, as it contains bleach.

Strengthened formula allows you to fight even the most stubborn stains. The detergent volume is designed for 15, 19, 28 and 38 washes. Read more Here.

Concentrated composition of colored items “Color”

The detergent not only washes well, but also preserves the rich color of fabrics. The special formula prevents pigment from washing out. Therefore, the gel is chosen for caring for painted items. The detergent volume is designed for 15, 19, 28 and 38 washes. Read more Here.

With Lenor scent

It gives things a snow-white cleanliness and removes even difficult stains well.. After washing, the items emit a pleasant aroma, which the manufacturer refers to as “Scandinavian spring”. The detergent volume is designed for 15, 19 and 28 washes.

Any gel can be used for machine and manual processing.

How to use, where to fill?

For optimal results, the gel must be used correctly. Instructions for manual processing:

1. Pour water into the basin.
2. Add detergent. For every 10 liters of water you will need 50 ml of concentrate.
3. Stir the mixture with your hands until foam forms.
4. Place things in a basin and leave to soak (if necessary).
5. Wash the items and send them to dry.

Hand washing should be done with gloves.

Instructions for machining:

1. Load things into the drum.
2. Pour the gel over them using a measuring cap. If the machine load is 4-5 kg, then one cycle will require 65 ml of detergent. With a drum capacity of 6 kg, the amount of gel is increased to 80 ml.
3. Enable the appropriate mode.

When there are stubborn stains on the fabric, they need to be washed in advance. To do this, a small amount of gel is applied to the contaminated area and left to act for some time. After which you can begin the main wash.

Do not allow the concentrate to come into contact with your eyes.. It should be kept out of the reach of children to avoid accidental ingestion of the detergent. If this happens, you should immediately consult a doctor.

Price

The price depends on a number of factors. The volume of the container matters. The higher it is, the more expensive the concentrate. Prices may vary in different cities and stores.

Average prices for Russia:

1. Tide Color: 0.97 l – 200 rubles, 1.23 l – 220 rubles, 1.82 l – 320 rubles, 2.47 l – 550 rubles, 4.95 l – 1000 rubles.
2. “Alpine freshness”: 0.98 – 250 rubles, 1.8 l – 340 rubles, 2.47 l – 620 rubles.
3. Lenor fragrance: 0.97 l – 230 rubles, 1.24 l – 280 rubles, 1.85 – 550 rubles.

You can buy Tide gel in retail stores, in the household chemicals department, or order it online and have it delivered to your home.

Top 3 products from other manufacturers

In addition to Tide, you can find gels from other manufacturers on sale.Popular detergents include:

1. Losk. There is a concentrate of white and colored items on sale. The product is activated at a water temperature of 30 degrees. The cost of a 1.3 liter package is 200 rubles.
2. Persil. The range of detergents is varied. There are gels with conditioner on sale for caring for white and colored items. Each bottle is equipped with a measuring cap. The cost of a 1.95 liter package is 450 rubles.
3. Weasel. The line is represented by a wide range: Wool and silk, Care and restoration, Care and freshness, Restoration effect (for white, black and colored items), Sports. The cost of a 1 liter package is 210 rubles.

All brands listed can be used for hand and machine washing.

Reviews

Consumers leave conflicting reviews about Tide gel. Some housewives have completely abandoned other detergents and wash things exclusively with Tide.

They are satisfied with its economical consumption, reasonable cost, high efficiency, pleasant and unobtrusive aroma. Women note that after washing, things do not electrify and become softer.

The opposing point of view is radically different. Some consumers consider the price of the gel to be too high. They don't like the smell of detergent. There are also users for whom the concentrate was unable to remove difficult stains.

Conclusion

Gel Tide is a modern universal detergent. It can be used to care for colored and white fabrics, for hand and machine wash.

It does not harm delicate products, refreshes them and gives them softness.. To achieve high quality washing, you need to dose the liquid concentrate correctly.