LAUNDRY SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT

These are primarily used to remove soil. There are different kinds of detergents from mild to heavy-duty
depending on the kinds of linen and fabrics you are about to wash.
Synthetic detergent contains surfactants which increase the water’s wetting ability, loosen, and remove
soil and suspend it in the washing solution. They are heavy-duty also contain one or more “builders”.
Ultra-detergents are compact and highly concentrated. They should be used in small amounts. The more
common detergent forms in the market are powder, granular, and bar.
Bleaches
Chlorine – it is strong, fast acting and very effective for cotton, linen, and synthetic fabrics. Use it sparingly
and properly because it weakens the fiber and causes integration or produces holes. Read accompanying
instructions before use.
All- fabric/oxygen – This kind of bleach is milder than chlorine bleach
It is used for delicate fabrics that require extra care. It acts on stain much slower and less effective than
chlorine bleach.
Soap is milder than detergents because they are made of mild and natural materials. They are very good for
baby’s clothes and other delicate garments.

Do’s on Bleaching Dont’s on Bleaching

1. Wear rubber gloves when hand washing with
bleach.
2. Read accompanying
instructions and labels before use.
3. Test bleach before use. Follow the procedure
given below.
Chlorine bleach: Mix 1 tbsp. bleach with ¼ cup
cold water. Place a drop of a hidden area.
Let stand for 1 minute. Blot with towel or
cotton ball to check if there is any change in
color.
All-fabric oxygen bleach: Mix 1 tbsp. bleach
with 1-cup hot water. Place a drop on a
hidden area. Let stand for few minutes.
Blot and natural with towel or cotton ball to
check if there is any change in color.
4. Rinse out the bleach thoroughly
5. Keep bleach away from children.
1. Do not let chlorine bleach come in direct
contact with fabrics.
2. Do not put all-fabrics/oxygen bleach
directly on wet fabrics without first testing
the color fastness.
3. Do not use chlorine bleach if your
household water supply has high iron
content. The bleach can draw out the
iron and deposit it on the garment as
spots.
4. Do not mix bleach and ammonia. The
combination can create toxic fumes.
5. Do not use more than the recommended
amount on the
package or label. Strictly follow
accompanying instructions.
6. Rinse out the bleach thoroughly.
7. Keep bleach away from children.

Laundry Tools and Equipment

Washing machine - A washing machine is a machine use to wash laundry, such as clothing and linens. The
simplest machines may simply agitate clothes in water while switched on; automatic machines may fill, empty,
wash, spin, and heat a cycle.
Basin - An open, shallow, usually round container used especially for holding liquids while washing
clothes and linens.
Water - A liquid used for washing clothes and linens. It is also known as the universal solvent.
Brush – brush for removing dust and dirt from clothes.
Washboard – A washboard is a tool designed for handwashing clothing
Laundry Working Habits
Better result of laundry is determined by good working habits, it will also save time, money, and energy,
while poor working habits tend to waste resources and time. Good working habits to be successful in washing.
1. Provide yourself with the enough space for washing.
2. Provide yourself with complete tools and equipment for washing.
3. Always work in a well-lighted place
4. Always use basin while rinsing to save water consumption.
5. Strictly follow laundry procedure
Exercises
Directions: Read the statement carefully and write TRUE if the statement is correct and
FALSE if the statement is wrong. Put your answer in your answer sheet.
____1. Put chlorine bleach come in direct contact with fabrics.
____2. Rinse each clothing and linen until the detergent creates bubbles.
____3. Separate laundry by fabric or texture.
____4. Wear cotton gloves when hand washing with bleach.
____5. Strictly follow laundry procedure.
____6. Provide yourself with complete tools and equipment for washing.
____7. Sort clothes and linen and create piles of items based on color and fabric country of origin.
____8. Fabric conditioner is also known as the universal solvent.
____9. Do not mix bleach and ammonia. The combination can create toxic fumes.
____10. Do not put all-fabrics/oxygen bleach directly on wet fabrics without first testing the
color fastness.