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  • elona
    elona Posts: 11,806 Forumite
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    I have gone back to special dishwater stuff - but - I use store's own dishwasher powder and use a lot less than I used to - I use white vinegar instead of rinse aid.
    My daughters thought I was losing my marbles when they saw me put vinegar in dishwasher! :)
    "This site is addictive!"
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  • can anyone tell me where I can Borax from as I fancy making some HM washing powder x
  • elona
    elona Posts: 11,806 Forumite
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    I got Borax from Boots the Chemist.:)
    "This site is addictive!"
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  • mrsmab59
    mrsmab59 Posts: 166 Forumite
    elsiebaby wrote:
    can anyone tell me where I can Borax from as I fancy making some HM washing powder x
    I've just bought some today from Wilkinsons (some people call it Wilkos)...89p for 300g :)
    Use words that are soft and sweet in case you have to eat them.
  • elona
    elona Posts: 11,806 Forumite
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    Jazzyjustlaw

    I got this idea from another thread - have you tried using dishcloths for cleaning?
    The old fashioned kind - they really get into spaces and rub clean - and they can be washed and reused.

    I was really sceptical about this but tried it and they are great.
    "This site is addictive!"
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  • JULIE
    JULIE Posts: 210 Forumite
    I'd just like to say what a plonker i've been..... yesterday for the first time I used vinegar instead of fabric conditioner....... on hanging out the washing there was a distinct smell of the chippy :cool: didn't realise i was supposed to use the WHITE vinegar :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: Glad to say that now I know I will be investing in the appropriate vinegar for my cleaning!!!!! :j :j :j
    "You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view...
    until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it"

    Harper Lee - To Kill A Mockingbird
  • MrsMW
    MrsMW Posts: 590 Forumite
    JULIE, The smell usually goes away when the washing is dry. I have used ordinary vinegar for dark coloured washing and its been OK.
  • JULIE
    JULIE Posts: 210 Forumite
    I don't feel so daft now!! :D Now that washing has dried only a few items have got that sweet sort of smell.... which I can live with
    "You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view...
    until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it"

    Harper Lee - To Kill A Mockingbird
  • Galtizz
    Galtizz Posts: 1,016 Forumite
    If you don't like it try adding a few drops of essential oils. I use tea tree because hubby says lavender smells of old ladies!! (I like it) but you could use anything.
    When life hands you a lemon, make sure you ask for tequilla and salt ;)
  • tiff
    tiff Posts: 6,608 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker Savvy Shopper!
    Is 5 litres of vinegar for £1.20 a good price? I found some in my local greengrocers, with all the pickling vinegars.
    “A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went.” - Dave Ramsey
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