The method of washing with the addition of salt is an effective secret of housewives, which not everyone knows about.
There are several ways to add salt: through the powder compartment or directly into the drum along with the items, or you can pre-soak the items in a salt solution.
The way you use salt depends on what effect you want to achieve from washing.
What salt to use for washing
The best choice is coarse salt. It is enough to use one teaspoon of salt if you wash things at a temperature of 80-90 degrees.
Benefits of washing with salt
Washing with salt has many advantages, including:
- restores shine to colored items, softens towels, improves washing quality.
Benefits of Salt for Washing Machine
Adding salt when washing clothes solves several problems at once: it removes unpleasant odors from the machine, scale from the drum, fungus and bacteria.
Health Benefits of Washing with Salt
Salt is often used when washing by people who suffer from allergies, as it helps to rinse out detergent residues from clothes more effectively, especially if you use the quick wash mode.
Using salt when washing is a solid benefit for both your clothes and your washing machine, as well as for maintaining your health.