Why is there too much foam in the washing machine?

When washing baby cloth diapers , the machine sometimes produces excessive suds. This can impair washing efficiency, leave residue on the diapers, and even reduce their absorbency. Understanding the source of the problem can help you quickly resolve it and prevent it from happening again, especially with nighttime or highly absorbent cloth diapers .

The main causes of excessive foaming

There are several factors that can explain excessive foaming when washing ecological washable diapers :

• Overdosing on detergent: Too much product leads to over-sudsing and poor rinsing, which is problematic for evolving washable diapers .
• Unsuitable detergent: Some detergents, particularly liquid ones, contain foaming agents which make washing TE1 or TE2 washable diapers more difficult.
• Water too soft: Water with low mineral content promotes foam formation, making rinsing more difficult, especially with washable diaper absorbents .
• Machine clogging: Detergent residue accumulated in the drum or pipes can aggravate the problem.

How to quickly remove excessive foam?

If your washing machine overflows with suds during the wash, here are the steps to follow — also valid for preserving your organic washable diapers :

1. Pause the machine to prevent further foam buildup.
2. Add white vinegar or cold water:
• White vinegar: Pour 100 to 200 ml directly into the detergent drawer to neutralize the foam (avoid regular use if you are maintaining washable diapers for newborns ).
• Cold water: Adding a bowl of cold water helps change the structure of the foam and reduce it more quickly.
3. Run a rinse cycle again to remove any remaining foam.
4. Run an empty wash cycle with white vinegar to clean any detergent residue.

How to Avoid Excessive Foam with Cloth Diapers

To avoid over-sudsing in the future, here are some good practices for washing cloth diapers :

• Use the correct amount of detergent: Follow the manufacturer's recommendations and adjust according to water hardness.
• Choose a suitable detergent: Low-foaming detergents or detergents specifically designed for washable diapers for breastfed babies are recommended.
• Use a program with more water: The "cotton" or "heavily soiled laundry" cycles guarantee a better rinse.
• Avoid fabric softener: It clogs the fibers and can promote foam buildup, reducing the performance of overnight cloth diapers .

The importance of washing machine maintenance (especially for washable diapers)

Proper washing machine maintenance improves the washing efficiency of evolving washable diapers and prevents excessive foaming:

• Perform a monthly empty wash with percarbonate or white vinegar (sparingly).
• Clean the detergent drawer regularly to avoid deposits that can interact with the fabrics of washable diapers .
• Check and clean the seals to prevent the accumulation of residues that affect the quality of the wash.

Conclusion

Excessive foam in the washing machine can be a sign of overdosing on detergent, water that is too soft, or dirty diapers. By adjusting the dosage, choosing the right products, and maintaining the machine regularly, you can avoid these problems while ensuring effective and long-lasting washing of your washable diapers .

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