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--- lifestyle:faq_laundry [2020/02/09 13:57]
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+++ lifestyle:faq_laundry [2020/10/11 19:48]
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+[[lifestyle:words_of_wisdom|Words of Wisdom:]]  "What really helps both methods is the clothes I choose to begin with. They're almost exclusively campwear, beach wear, sports wear, that sort of thing. My work outfits are dark, plain-colored board shorts or swim trunks with the webbing cut out, and long-sleeve black "[[https://amzn.to/38e6cfO|DriWorks]]" shirts. My "going out" clothes are just decent looking performance garments meant for camping/hiking/outdoorsy stuff, and a couple decent polos. The only cotton stuff I have anymore are socks, underbritches, and a couple denim jeans that I try not to wear." -- tatertom((https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/bcir5p/how_do_you_do_laundry/ekrk86e/))
 ====== Doing laundry ======
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 ==== detergent ====
-Normal laundry detertgent can be used, although it will require a rinse "cycle".  Use as little detergent as required.
+  * [[https://amzn.to/2H7UkQr|Dr. Bronner's]] is probably the most used soap of for all uses inside vans
+  * Normal laundry detertgent can be used, although it will require a rinse "cycle".  Use as little detergent as required.
+  * No-rinse washing with ingredients like a bit of vinegar or bleach may be preferable offgrid in order to preserve water.
+  * tatertom uses [[https://amzn.to/39m0j09|Wilderness Wash bio soap]]((https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/8hhkgt/what_do_you_do_with_dirty_laundry/dyk4vzz/))
-No-rinse washing with ingredients like a bit of vinegar or bleach may be preferable offgrid in order to preserve water.
 Remember that **wash water doesn't have to be potable**.  If you find a rest area with non-potable water outlets it could be a sign to do laundry.
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 There are [[https://amzn.to/3blxRNH|small electric washing machines]] that may be workable for vandwellers:
-> I have a washing machine with a spin dryer. $100 and is better than home machines. Ped2000((https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/bcir5p/how_do_you_do_laundry/ekrsjga/))
+> I have a washing machine with a spin dryer. $100 and is better than home machines. Ped2000((https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/bcir5p/how_do_you_do_laundry/ekrsjga/))... Runs on 400w inverter...barely uses any power. Especially used [[electrical:solar:nonessential|mid-day]].
 ===== wringing =====
-Wring is removal of excess water before drying.
+Wring is removal of excess water before drying.  This speeds drying time, reducing the opportunity for mold/mildew to grow, and keeps water from dripping in the drying area.
 ==== roller ====
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 ==== centrifugal ====
-Salad spinners and similar devices may be used to fling out some water, but they are difficult to balance.  The largest item Secessus was able to spin-dry was a pair of calf-length socks.
+Salad spinners and similar hand-powered devices may be used to fling out some water, but they are difficult to balance.  The largest item Secessus was able to spin-dry was a pair of calf-length socks.
+Some have reported good luck with powered spinners.
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 {{http://img.mousetrap.net/pm/IMG_20180108_123151.jpg?200 }}Clothesline drying is the most common method of off-grid clothes drying.   Lines can be stretched across open doors, tent poles, hung from awnings, etc.
+===== storing dirty clothes =====
+Allow clothes to dry out a bit before putting them in a ventilated (mesh?) bag.  This will prevent them from mildewing.
+==== further reading ====
+  * CaneyJ describes [[https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/3ofvsn/a_frugal_resource_onboard_laundry_option/|testing serveral laundry methods]]

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