Fabric conditioner

bargainbetty

I use white vinegar and it does the job perfectly well. The point of it is to fully rinse out the soap residue which is what tends to make fabric crackly etc. The vinegar is more effective at this than softener, and has no allergic reactions.

You don't smell like a chip shop either.

DPJames

VINEGAR!?

You sound like one of those nutters on Super Scrimpers! "Don't waste money on soap or shower gel. Simply pick up a handful of leaves and pinecones and leave your body feeling fresh, rejuvenated and totally removed of all your skin!"

"Don't waste money on expensive shaving foam and razors. Just get some petrol, douse it on your face, and light it with a match!"

Surely your clothes will stink. And does the acid content in vinegar not damage your garments, or fade the colours?

DPJames

BargainBetty. Definitely a Super Scrimper's name.

Februarycat

I usually get the Tesco or Sainsburys own brand, (not the Everyday range) they do a sensitive pure one which is good.

DPJames

How much is it though Cat, and for how many litres?

ampersand

DPJames - tone down your personal targeting of bargainbetty. Better still, delete it.

DPJames

Don't see a problem so won't be deleting anything I'm afraid. Everything was meant in rib-jibing jest, no offence intended. If you are one of those people that is easily offended, or likes to feel offended on behalf of others, I suggest you stay off the internet.

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bargainbetty wrote: »

I use white vinegar and it does the job perfectly well. The point of it is to fully rinse out the soap residue which is what tends to make fabric crackly etc. The vinegar is more effective at this than softener, and has no allergic reactions.

You don't smell like a chip shop either.

I agree, this works fine, doesn't stink, doesn't ruin fabric...give it a try! Depends whether the scent on your clothes is the main priority...if it IS then you will want to buy a FC...but if it is just the softening action, give white vinegar (not malt vinegar!) a go.

DPJames

Well I've only had a brief look, but the cheapest white vinegar I've found is £2.29 a litre. Fabric softener about a pound a litre. So I'll stick with the real stuff for now guys.

DPJames

I've found 5L for £7.99 at an ecoshop site. Still more expensive though.
Do you use the same amount as you would FC, or a lot less?