Choosing your washing machine to properly wash your washable diapers
Coralie Mabouledecouche
Summary
Criteria for choosing your washing machine
Drum capacity
The more cloth diapers you have to wash, the larger the drum you'll need. Here's an estimate of the ideal capacity:
- 6-7 kg: for a small diaper rotation (1 baby)
- 8-9 kg: for frequent washing with a larger stock
- 10 kg and more: ideal for a large family or infrequent washing
Water consumption
Effective washing of cloth diapers requires sufficient water to thoroughly rinse off residue. Here's a guide:
- 50L for a 4 to 7 kg machine
- 60L for a 7 to 9 kg machine
- 70L for a 9 to 15 kg machine
Choose machines that allow you to add additional rinses.
Essential features
Adapted cycles
Choose machines with cotton or white/color programs, as they use more water and allow for a deeper wash.
Powerful spin
A spin cycle of at least 1000 revolutions per minute is recommended to remove maximum water and limit drying time.
Customizable options
Machines that offer the ability to adjust the spin speed, temperature and add extra rinses are preferable.
Adjusting cycle lengths
Long cycles are often necessary to thoroughly wash diapers. Choose a machine that allows you to adjust the duration.
Which brands should you choose?
High-performance brands
These brands are recognized for their effectiveness and durability:
- Ariston
- Beko
- Bosch
- Essential B
- Electrolux
- Faure
- Hotpoint
- Indesit
- Siemens
- Haier
Marks of correct performance
- AEG
- Brandt
- Laden
- Panasonic
- Thomson
- Star
Brands to avoid
These models are often poorly suited to washing washable diapers:
- Continental
- Candy
- Hoover
- Whirlpool (6th Sense)
- LG
- Samsung (EcoBubble)
- Valberg
- Bellavita
- Proline
- Miele
Conclusion
Choosing a machine that's suitable for cloth diapers ensures efficient washing, preserves fabric durability, and prevents clogging. Choose models with a good capacity, effective rinsing, and the ability to adjust cycles to optimize diaper care.
Tip: Choose a machine with suitable cycles and a powerful spin cycle for impeccable diapers every time.
This article is based on discussions and feedback from the group "Washable diapers: We're talking about the real deal (Europe - Pacific)" , a discussion space dedicated to parents and professionals sharing their knowledge.
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