How To Refresh Your Overworked Washing Machine

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Okay, I don't just use my washer... running it 3-4 times a day and asking it to tackle dirty farm-soiled clothing just might be a tad on the abusive side. But, as a Mother of 3, our family goes through a LOT of laundry.

My beloved washer is one of my essential tools. I couldn't make my day work without it. My day generally starts off by throwing in my first load of laundry before my coffee is done being made. Then my day is not complete without a quick trip back to the laundry room to ensure nothing was left in the washer. If you have every found a washer full of damp mildew-ridden clothes (shudder) you may understand my paranoia.

Sadly, even with running the 'Clean Washer' setting regularly, I had started to notice that our clothing wasn't coming out smelling as fresh.

I learned this the hard way, breathing into a towel straight out of the shower the other morning. Ewwww..... And it was a fresh, 'clean' towel!

The last time this happened, I bought new towels. Don't laugh. Little did I know it wasn't the poor towel's fault... my washing machine held a dirty little secret.

My washer, with the sole purpose to get clothing clean, wasn't so clean itself. Did you know the washer can build up odor causing residue?

My MIL swears by leaving the door open between loads so the machine can dry out completely, but with our daily laundry load even doing that wasn't enough. Now I have a new solution to try for my less than fresh washing machine dilemma, I found something that will tackle that odor causing residue with minimal work from me. Did you know OxiClean makes a Washing Machine Cleaner?

I already use OxiClean as a laundry booster to help get out the tough stains and grime from my husband's work clothes, I also use it to help me battle against the grass stains and stain-rific mystery messes that my children grind into their shirts, pants and socks daily.

But now my washer can benefit from OxiClean as well.

My box of OxiClean Washing Machine Cleaner contained 4 easy pouches. It works with HE washers, never fear! To start with a deep cleaning, the instructions say to use one pouch on my machine's clean washer cycle 3 weeks in a row and then to maintain a clean washer I could use the product once a month.

Using the product was easy, I just opened and add to the drum, then select the clean washer cycle on the washing machine.  I let the cycle run and then after a quick wipe down inside the drum I was ready to get back to my weekend of laundry.

I have currently been using it for 2 weeks and yes, I do notice a difference. We usually use fragrance-free detergents, so there is no scent to cover up any lingering odors or musty smells. My towels are much fresher straight from the laundry room.

And that moment when I step out of the shower, grab a towel and wipe off my face? Much more pleasant now. No cringing, no colorful language...

Who knew that my poor overworked washing machine needed a little extra TLC?

Do you regularly clean your washing machine? Have you tried OxiClean Washing Machine Cleaner before?

You Will Flip for Purex® PowerShot Detergent

Disclaimer - I received sample laundry detergent and coupons to try from Purex as part of the Purex Insiders Program. All experiences and opinions are my own and were not influenced by the product I received. 

Every get tired of scooping?

I know it is a simple thing, but seems like more often than not I am startled by a crash, a yell, a cry mid scoop. Somehow things get messier in my laundry room than intended and well, detergent gets spilled wasted... or worse, over scooped.

I do 3+ loads of laundry with a farm based family of 5 so I don't like to waste detergent. I also do a whole lotta scooping.

I think Purex must have heard my wishes and they are turning their detergent upside down.

Well, literally.

The new Purex® PowerShot Detergent doesn't come with the standard scoop... or measuring cap... You just flip and pour the perfect amount. Yeah, every. time. Auto dosing takes one more step out of my day and with little laundry helpers on the horizon, I love a chance to cut down on the waste.

Super concentrated, using it is easy...

Just Flip. Dose, Done.

And how did it work? Well, besides being super easy and "no scoop necessary", it held up well to our touch dirt, grease and general kid grime and food stains. Yeah, Purex takes good care of our clothing.

I enjoyed it so much, I had to share this product with friends. a big thank you to Purex for sharing coupons.

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Conquer Your Pet Clothing Problems with NEW Purex Fresh Pet

 I received a free product sample as a Purex Insider. All opinions and experiences are my own.

Does your cat like to look pretty?

Is she finicky about her laundry scents and static cling? Well, I had the chance to try out the Purrr-fect solution to my cat laundry issue.

Purex Fresh Pet keeps your furry friends' clothing bright and clean just like yours! NEW Purex Fresh Pet liquid detergent with Odor Control Action is formulated to condition and moisturize your pet's coat and eliminate odor. 

Now Chloe's favorite pajamas come out clean, odor free and ready to rock.

If you are a pet owner with style, you know how hard it is to keep your furry friend's favorite outfits clean and ready to wear. And yes, it is HE compatible! Be sure to grab your own bottle of the NEW Purex Fresh Pet available now at your favorite retail store.

Check out the Purex website for more information.

Fels Naptha Soap - A Great Laundry Solution Giveaway

* Disclaimer - Purex provided me with a sample of Purex Fels-Naptha Laundry Bar in exchange for an honest review. All opinions and laundry experiences are my own.

Ever come across this little unassuming bar of laundry soap on the store shelves?

I think I have learned more about what the laundry aisle holds since my children were born. Not only that, but my husband likes to hunt, he works outside and in the shop as a farmer and we have animals. It makes for some pretty funky laundry situations.

When I heard about Purex Fels-Naptha soap, a laundry bar and stain remover, I wanted to try it. When it arrived I gushed to my husband about how economical this product was. He didn't even look up from his lunch. He just said, "yeah, we used to use that for poison oak when I was growing up."

Upon further investigation I learned that Fels-Naptha soap is pretty hard working and has been used to cut through the oils of poison oak and poison ivy in clothing. It is also pretty tough on stains and can be used to treat a stubborn stain, or be grated up and used as a laundry soap.

All that from a simple little bar of soap? Yes. One simple bar.

Fels-Naptha is different from its competitors. The active ingredient of benzene solvent cuts through grease and cleans surfaces. For over 100 years it has fought America's toughest stains. Always hard on dirt and grease, just wet the bar and rub right on the stain then launder as usual.

I added my bar to the laundry room utility sink. It proudly sits next to the GoJo, which is fine - Fels-Naptha can be an eye or skin irritant. It is the perfect way to fight all those tractor grease stains in my husband's work clothing, or mystery messes from my children that get hidden in the bottom of my laundry pile.

How did it work? Great! I used gloves when I treated my clothing, but I also have very sensitive skin. The bar is a great shape (long and thin) for easy gripping and allowed me to control exactly where I applied the stain treatment. As an added Mom bonus, I found it worked amazingly well on those pesky spit-up stains that seem to be all over my shirts these days.

So, if you are looking for a heavy duty and multi-purpose laundry solution, give Purex Fels-Naptha Soap a try on laundry day.

Would you like to try out a bar of Purex Fels-Naptha Soap for yourself?

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Fight Against Static with Purex Fabric Softener Dryer Sheets #spon

*Disclaimer - As a Purex Insider I was provided a sample of Purex Fabric Softener Dryer Sheets in exchange for an honest product review. All opinions and experiences are my own.

Laundry? It's my life.

Or, at least it seems like that some days. With 5 people in the house I am running the washer everyday. Here in Oregon there is enough rain, year around, that I rely on my dryer and good dryer sheets to keep my clothing soft, smelling good and static free.

Yeah, no one wants to walk around for half the day with a sock stuck to the back of their pants, right?

Growing up my Mom always had me add a sheet to the dryer. As a college student I skipped that step. I mean, why the added expense?

Well, if you have ever had a skirt that bunches, or cling-on unmentionables you know that static is not overrated. Add to that the fact these sheets help to repel lint and pet hair... did I mention we have a shed-o-rific long-haired cat? Well, it is well worth the price.

Purex is a brand I already use and love. Now they have pumped even more fragrance into their sheets. Yeah, make that 3x the fragrance!

I was sent a package of Mountain Breeze scented Purex fabric softener sheets and I have to admit that I have used them for more than just the laundry. I have stuffed a sheet in the bottom of my diaper caddy, garbage cans and also tucked behind the cat box. So far it has helped me to keep my nose on more pleasant things.

Okay, you can find these Purex Softner Dryer Sheets at Walmart, in both #MountainBreeze and Sweet Lavender, but keep an eye on them to be coming soon to other retailers. I enjoyed my box, wouldn't you like to try out a box for yourself?

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