choosing the correct detergent
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One detergent isn’t capable of fulfilling all
laundry needs. As a result, we have expanded
our range of products over the last few years.
This is an easy guide to the various
detergents and fabric softeners available, and
what they are used for.
Enzymes or No Enzymes
Detergents contain enzymes, a protein
material used to help break down tough stains, like grass and blood. They are particularly effective
when added to warm water (30-40°C).
Products that do not contain enzymes are not as effective at removing some stains.
What are enzymated detergents?
Enzymated detergents contain special enzymes, which are formulated to remove certain types of
stains. Typically, there are four different enzymes found in detergents:
Protease enzymes: remove stains such as blood, egg, milk and grass, which are all protein based.
Lipase enzymes: remove butter, oil, gravy, cosmetics and lipstick and other greasy stains.
Amylase enzymes: potato, pasta, rice and chocolate may not be seen, but can act as a glue for other
stains if not removed. This enzyme removes starch stains.
Cellulase enzymes: instead of working on the stain, this enzyme works on the fabric. Cellulase is
active on cellulosic fibres (cotton) with the ability to remove the microfibrils of cotton fibres on the textile.
As a result, it provides benefits in preventing pilling, restoring colours, softening, surface polishing and
the removal of particulate soil.
Liquid or Powder
It really comes down to personal choice as both give an outstanding cleaning result and both can be
used for hand and machine washing.
Liquids dissolve rapidly and are particularly useful for handwashing and quick wash programmes.Powders are generally easier to measure and less messy.
Top Loader or Front Loader and High Efficiency
Top Loader detergents produce high foam levels. They are supreme for top loading, twin tub machines
Choosing the Correct Detergent
and for handwashing but should not be used in front loading or high efficiency machines.
More Info: http://www.omo.co.za/laundry-tips/choosing-the-correct-detergent/
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