Why load your washing machine properly?

Properly loading your washing machine ensures efficient cleaning, extends the life of your appliance, and optimizes water and energy consumption. This rule is even more crucial when washing baby diapers , which require careful washing to avoid clogging. Proper loading ensures optimal washing of washable diapers , especially nighttime or highly absorbent diapers .

Do not overload the machine

An overfilled drum prevents good mixing and reduces washing efficiency:

• Do not fill the drum more than three-quarters full.
• Eco-friendly cloth diapers should have enough room to move freely.

Too much laundry prevents water and detergent from circulating properly, reducing the efficiency of the wash and risking damaging your evolving washable diapers .

Avoid undercharging

Conversely, a machine that is too lightly loaded can reduce washing efficiency:

• Fill the drum at least two-thirds full.
• Underloading prevents the cloth diapers from rubbing against each other, reducing thorough cleaning.

If you don't have enough newborn cloth diapers to wash at one time, add some smaller items to complete the load.

Tips for optimal filling

To obtain efficient washing, compatible with the specific needs of TE1 or TE2 washable diapers :

• Add lighter clothing if you don't reach two-thirds full.
• Avoid overly bulky pieces that could hinder the mixing of washable diaper absorbents .
• Mix diapers and small clothes evenly for a balanced distribution.

The hand test: check the correct loading

You can check if your machine is properly charged by performing a simple test:

• Insert your hand above the cloth.
• If you can slide it in without forcing, the load is correct.
• If it does not pass, the machine is too full, which risks affecting the washing of your organic washable diapers .

A good balance ensures optimal washing without damaging your textiles — especially your easy-to-use washable diapers .

Conclusion and practical advice

Loading your washing machine correctly is essential for efficient washing and the longevity of your cloth diapers . For best results:

• Do not exceed three-quarters of the drum capacity.
• Avoid light loads and supplement with small items.
• Do the hand test to check the remaining space.

By following these tips, you can optimize the washing of your washable diapers for breastfed or bottle-fed babies , and you can extend their effectiveness, softness... and useful life.

Our video tutorial

Check out our explanatory video further down this page, where we show you in detail how to load your washing machine optimally to ensure a perfect wash for your absorbent washable diapers .

This article is based on discussions and feedback from the group Les couches lavables: On parle des vraies affaires (Europe - Pacific), a discussion space dedicated to parents and professionals sharing their knowledge.

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