How to use laundry capsules: where to put the tablets, how many to throw, how to properly use for processing laundry in an automatic washing machine?

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 must read the instructions for the specific product. 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.

In most cases, for one load of a washing machine designed for 4-5 kg of clothes, you will need 1 capsule. If the washing machine is large, then when the drum is completely full, it may be necessary to place 2 pieces at once.

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?

To properly wash things in a washing machine using capsules, you must follow the following algorithm:

Remove the pillow from the individual packaging.
Place it in the drum, away from the hatch door.
Place prepared items into the drum.
Close the door.
Set the required mode.
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 the 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.

Are there ways to “save” a bag?

The very first, and also the only sure way, is to return the bag to the store .
But it can not always be used. There are times when a bag was purchased a long time ago, but only now began to be worn. Defects in the paint may become apparent after some time, for example, when it gets wet. If it is not possible to exchange the bag or return the money, then you can try to fix the paint on the product yourself. In this case, several ways can help, but a positive result cannot be guaranteed.

If the strap stains your coat, the following measures will help:

treating problem areas with hairspray;
Replacing the belt with a leather or fabric version.

The varnish will fix the paint on the suede fibers and will not allow it to fall off the surface. Replacing the belt, of course, is quite troublesome, but then the problem will definitely be solved. But what if the handbag itself is also painted, but you haven’t noticed it yet?

Important! Sometimes it is enough to wipe the accessory with a clean towel before going out with it for the first time.

We have several more recipes for saving your favorite accessory in our arsenal:

aerosol for protection against coloring skin. When applied to the outer layer of suede, an abrasion-resistant thin film is formed, as if “sealing” the surface. It is recommended to buy high-quality products from well-known companies (for example, Anticolor from Salamander);
water repellents for shoes. Any of them, applied to the surface, covers the natural material with a thin layer of protection, which prevents the paint from being erased from the pile;
table vinegar. Pour the 9% composition diluted half with water into an aerosol bottle and spray it onto the bag from a distance of 10–15 centimeters. Dry it naturally at room temperature away from heating sources. You can get rid of the pungent odor by ventilating it on the balcony;
vinegar essence. Proceed as described above with vinegar, only spray the mixture with 1 tsp. essence diluted in a liter of water;
ammonia. An aqueous solution of ammonia, taken in a ratio of 1 to 4 parts water, can help. Process and dry in the same way as with vinegar;
cleaning foam. Purchase a special composition for cleaning suede at a shoe store, use it strictly according to the included instructions;
dry cleaning. During professional cleaning, the paint layer is first removed and then a new one is applied. Unfortunately, the bag may shrink in size .

If nothing from the above list helps, you should resort to washing and applying a new coat of paint at home. This is the riskiest method, which is used only when there is a question about sending the product for scrap .
The bag will likely shrink in size and may change its shape. In addition, this method is the most time-consuming of all those listed here. You will need a special brush for suede bristles, impregnation and paint for suede products. There is no point in saving on these funds, since only high-quality chemistry can help. So,

Work begins by removing the “excess” paint with a well-moistened rag, carrying out this procedure very carefully. It is possible that rinsing will have to be done more than once.
After this, the bag should be dried at room temperature, away from heat sources and out of direct sunlight.
After drying, the suede fibers are raised. To do this, use a special brush.
Next, take the suede impregnation and apply it from a distance of 15–20 centimeters, carefully distributing it over the entire surface. Process at least 3 times, more if possible. Carry out the entire procedure according to the instructions in compliance with safety precautions.
The last stage is painting the bag. Proceed in the same way as with impregnation.
Dry the product.

Important! The final stage of working with any of the recommended methods is to do a test with a napkin.

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.

When used for manual processing, the contents of the shell will not be released at the desired time, and the shell itself may not even dissolve completely.

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

For soaking you need to use washing gel or powder.
After soaking, things should be rinsed.
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.

Folk remedies for shoes that are painted from the inside

If shoes are painted from the inside, then various folk remedies will help solve the problem. All of them allow you to achieve the desired result without harming your shoes.

This popular dietary supplement is often used for a variety of household purposes. One way to use it is to treat shoes. Vinegar has special properties that not only fix paint, but also eliminate unpleasant odors.

Take out the insoles.
Pour a little table vinegar (9%) into a bowl.
A piece of cloth is soaked in it.
They wipe the inside of the shoes with it.
The treated pair is left to dry in a well-ventilated area.
When the smell of vinegar evaporates, return the insoles to their place.

An alternative option is to spray vinegar from a spray bottle. In this case, you need to be as careful as possible, since an excessive amount of product can harm the material of the product.

This substance has the opposite effect of vinegar. It does not fix the paint, but washes it away from the inner surface of the boots. In moderate quantities, the product does not have a negative effect on the product and does not harm the skin of the feet.

A small amount of alcohol is poured into a bowl.
Take a cotton pad or a clean rag.
The selected item is moistened with alcohol and the problem area of the boots is wiped.
Wait until the product dries completely.

Hair fixation spray

This cosmetic product is rarely used for other purposes. Despite this, it perfectly fixes the paint and prevents it from staining your feet. Hairspray washes off quickly, so it is not recommended for use in rainy weather. To completely get rid of the problem, it is necessary to treat the boots at least 3 times.

Take a can of varnish and spray the substance onto the inside of the product.
Rub the product in with a piece of cloth.
The boots are left on the balcony, where they are kept for at least 3 hours, after which they are ready for use.

Talc powder will help to reliably protect boots and socks from staining. It absorbs paint perfectly and quickly gets rid of the problem. Potato starch or baby powder have a similar effect.

The powdered product is poured inside the shoes.
Using a piece of cotton wool, rub it into the surface to be painted.
Remove any remaining talc with a toothbrush or sponge.

Medical alcohol

If the suede or leather from which the shoes are made has absorbed a large amount of paint, then there is a high probability of contamination of the feet. To prevent this from happening, you must use medical alcohol.

A cotton pad is moistened with alcohol.
Wipe the problem area on the shoes.
After completing the operation, wipe the inside of the product with a dry cloth.
The shoes are left for several tens of minutes to allow any remaining alcohol to evaporate.

To prevent shoes from being dyed, you must use burdock oil. This thick, dark liquid easily removes paint from any surface, including the inside of boots.

Pour a little burdock oil into a small container.
A sponge is dipped into it.
Rub the product into all problem areas.
The boots are placed in fresh air, where they can dry out moisture and be well ventilated.

Nail polish remover

If your shoes are painted, you can try to correct the situation with nail polish remover. It has an unpleasant odor, so it is better to carry out work in the fresh air.

Cleaning is carried out in the following way:

Soak a piece of cotton wool with nail polish remover.
They wipe the entire surface of the boots with it.
Use a clean cloth to remove any remaining substance.
At the very end, the shoes are aired.

Anyone who likes to draw or paint can treat their shoes with a special artistic wash. For work, you need to choose the most gentle solutions that will not harm the material of the product. The best solution to fix the problem is a brush remover.

The substance is applied to the inner surface of the shoe.
Rub the contaminated areas thoroughly with a piece of soft cloth.
After getting rid of the paint, wipe the boots with a dry cloth.

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:

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.
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.
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.
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.

Why is she wearing makeup?

One of the stages of coloring suede is fixing the coloring composition with a solution of acetic acid . Some manufacturers save on this by not doing it at all, or fix the composition in violation of technology. All this reduces the cost of creating the product, but the quality of the bag suffers. Its surface generously “shares” paint with everything it encounters along the way: with palms, the fabric of a coat or sheepskin coat, even a handkerchief.

It can be difficult to recognize a low-quality product in a store. Of course, increased attention is given to bags with a low price. When purchasing them, they usually look at the seams, lining, and evaluate the quality of the coloring . But even expensive bags are not always perfect in design. There are complaints from customers about the quality of painting of products purchased at fairly high prices.

Important! When purchasing a suede handbag, check whether it is stain-resistant. To do this, you need to take a clean handkerchief or napkin and rub it over several areas. Based on the footprints, draw a conclusion whether you need to purchase such a product or not.

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:

Very little or, conversely, a lot of things were put into the drum.
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.

Preventive measures

If your feet sweat a lot, you can purchase special medical products.
They can help get rid of excessive sweating, and the problem with skin coloring will also be solved. Try not to let your shoes get into water frequently, especially when you know that the product you purchased stains your feet; you should not wear these shoes in cloudy weather.

Compositions for processing leather products must be purchased only of high quality. There is no need to skimp so as not to regret it in the future.

Naturally, it is quite ugly and unpleasant if the shoes begin to stain the stockings. However, there is no need to worry about this. Any person can cope with this trifle. Choose only high-quality shoes that will certainly please your feet.

Recommendations

Using laundry capsules will be more successful if you follow these tips:

The pads should not be used to soak things - they are not intended for that.
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.
Capsules that are bright in color and have an original design should be kept away from children. An undeniable advantage of child-resistant packaging.
The pads must not be opened - the shell must dissolve directly during the washing process.
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.

Required tools and material

If you want to paint your bag and not ruin it, first of all, find a product intended for natural leather, and do not use anything (green paint, iodine, felt-tip pens, gel pens, paint dyes, watercolors, etc.). Leather dyes are made on a water or oil basis, they are equally good. If you decide to turn the bag into an original work of art, i.e. not just paint it one tone, but really paint it, then for the work you will need:

the bag itself;
tassels;
stencils;
paints;
double sided tape;
cotton pads;
degreaser.

Pay attention to: How to remove old paint from bathroom walls yourself

Acrylic paints, which create an elastic film, are considered optimal for painting on leather. On smooth leather they lie smoothly, but on suede the result may be unexpected. It is better not to experiment with artificial leather; the paint on it is poorly absorbed, so drips and drops form where it is not needed. High-quality leather dyes are often sold in tubes; they are more effective than aerosol or packaged in bottles. You can use available natural dyes. Lemon juice works like a bleach on fair skin. A brown bag can be refreshed with strong tea or coffee infusion.

Brushes

Set of wooden stencils

Double sided tape

Cotton pads

Leather degreaser