It is possible to wash towels and underwear together, but it is important to consider a few things for best results:
When it works:
- Temperature: Both towels and underwear (especially cotton) can usually be washed at 60°C, which is hot enough to kill most bacteria and remove dirt. See our washing blog for more information about bacteria and washing.
- Color: Make sure both towels and underwear are in the same color group (e.g., white or dark) to avoid colors bleeding and staining the clothes.
When you should avoid washing them together:
- Delicate underwear: If your underwear is made of delicate materials like lace or silk, or if they contain elastic bands that can wear out at high temperatures, you should wash them separately with a gentler program (delicate wash or hand wash) and at a lower temperature.
- Fabric softener: Towels can become softer with fabric softener, but fabric softener can negatively affect the elasticity of underwear and reduce their durability. Fabric softener is not needed if you use All-purpose detergent, it makes clothes soft without fabric softener.
Recommendation:
Wash regular cotton underwear and towels together at 60°C without fabric softener. Delicate underwear, however, should be washed separately on a gentler program.
To achieve the best results and extend the life of both your towels and underwear, it is important to adapt the wash to the materials and needs. Västerbottenssåpa's All-purpose detergent cleans effectively at low temperatures and keeps your clothes soft without having to use fabric softener. Wash cotton underwear and towels together at 60°C for convenience, and let our detergent do the rest!
1. Can you wash underwear and towels together?
Answer: Yes, but please read the text above; there are exceptions.
2. Can all underwear be washed at 60°C?
Answer: No
3. Is there a way to get towels soft without fabric softener?
Answer: Yes, use All-purpose detergent from Västerbottenssåpa.
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