Laundry is like a puzzle. You have to put the right pieces in the right order or you'll end up with a lopsided pie, er...stained shirt. And nothing's worse than that except maybe putting on your pants backward and not realizing until after you leave the house.
But what to do when it comes to detergent? There are so many choices! And even once you've settled on one, how much should you use? Are dishes and laundry soap interchangeable? (If they were we'd all be eating off our underwear by now.)
Fortunately for you, I'm here to answer these questions and more. So grab a cup of coffee (or wine depending on how much laundry is currently staring at you from its basket) and let's get started.
What is Tide?
Before we dive into how much liquid magic your clothes need, I think it's only fair that we get sewcially acquainted with this ubiquitous brand.
Tide has been around since 1946 and was instantaneously popular because of its superior cleaning power compared to other detergents at the time which made people think their washers had undergone an exorcism. Over time, the company continued innovating (such as developing pods in 2012), becoming synonymous with effectiveness within households (and also what a turquoisecomplexion looks like).
It’s safe if folks say "I'm going to pick up some Tide" instead of “detergent” or call themselves "Team Liquid" instead of admitting they lost another sock which happens often enough that no one really talks about it anymore.
Why Use Tide?
People don’t trust just anyone — especially those who fret over their sartorial whimsome ventures — when clothes washing ethics are involved; offering them inferior service can ruin relationships faster than coworkers eating each other's lunches. It makes sense then why consumers flock to Tide time and again.
Tide promises:
- Whiter Whites
- Brighter Colors
- The smell of a thousand autumn leaves at the same time
And let’s be honest, who doesn't want crisp color with an immaculate texture that feels like you’re walking in between freshly washed sheets?
What Happens When You Use Too Much Detergent?
You might think that using more detergent would result in cleaner clothes but more isn’t always better and this is where things get ironic: excess detergent can lead to dirty clothes!!
That amount listed on the container? That’s not just a clever suggestion from scientists who have spent years studying polymers (poly-whators?). If you overuse it, your washing machine probably suds up worse than those shaving cream commercials gone wrong.
The foam prevents fabrics from agitating against one another which subsequently results in dirt staying stuck to clothing fibers instead of being removed altogether — resulting in them looking worn out before their time (a.k.a., what I look like after making eye contact with someone).
In addition, too much soap can also impact your washer negatively as well since extra amounts send your delicate system into overdrive by clogging up the drainage tubes or those mini conveyor belt thingies inside it - so unless you enjoy repairing appliances for fun, please stick to recommended usage.
So how do you know what the right amount is?
Fortunately for all of us (and our eyes), there are standard measurements provided helping confused buyers figure out exactly how many cups/ounces/pods are necessary per load!
Which Type of Tide Should You Use?
Before discussing quantity specifics we need segmenting off; detergents aren’t interchangeable! Dish soap may be used for some household cleaning chores while laundry products generally must remain confined within its designated territory.
Tide offers several types of detergent products which include:
- Tide Liquid
- Tide Pods
- Tide Powder
Whenever choosing, remember each type requires a different dosage per load and my intuition says the scientist who figured this out should get all their student loans paid or at least an Oprah interview - hats off to them.
How Much Liquid Tide Should You Use?
Regardless if you're using regular liquid, pods, or powder it is imperative that you use no more & no less than what's suggested on the packaging as recommended size is heavily calculated to achieve optimal cleanliness results (like hair surgery).
For tide liquid, there are several sizes available: 40oz for small-medium loads (marked inside cap); 50 oz/32 loads; 75oz/48 loads and large-size for individuals seeking adventure — all with corresponding fill lines located beside the inside spout so one can easily pour in without worrying whether everything will turn out like some funny YouTube clip.
If unsure about how much detergent your machine takes? No worries! The user manual exists precisely for this reason exactly like console instructions people always chuck when firing up video games they’ve never played before- It’s very helpful!
Luckily measuring cups exist even though many think eyeballing it won’t be detrimental to seeing anything again…
Measuring Your Detergent
We briefly touched on cup measurements above but it's worth repeating just how vital using only these tools are regarding not tossing away hard-earned money by incorrectly dumping gallons down into that machine barrel (insert imagining waves upon upon high sea).
In case reviewing regularly recommendations concerning scoop amounts will solidify just this advice being worth keeping — after all we wouldn't want anyone belonging within one of those "Why did I do that?" memes floating around social media (wait-no we would because laughter IS good medicine).
| Size | Liquid Laundry Detergent Measuring Instructions |
|---|---|
| Small/Medium Load (1.47L) | For Best Results Fill to Line 2 |
| Large Loads/ HE full load(1,86 L) | To help prevent damage to garments, pour Tide on stains first and then add the machine. |
| For Pre-Treatment | Refill cap: Use convenient measurements inside the bottle's cap. |
Tide Pods are an easy way to use precise amounts without measuring; simply toss in their advertised amount according to which package you have — one of those rare times portions don't need dissecting into fractions thanks humanity gets for existing).
Extra Dirty Clothes
QuestioN: What about dirtier than average loads?
Answer: See any questions above.
If your garments somehow appear dingier than Khloe Kardashian outfits' closet accumulated over a bit too much time celebrate! The mountain ascended is higher but not necessarily taller with extra detergent.
Remember though even though overdosing wasn’t helpful it doesn’t mean adding more boosters isn’t possible because it totally is! If laundry stinks or has oils smeared all throughout then try shooting for these added ingredients like OxiClean™ stain solutions, fabric softeners, and scent boosters
Pre-Treat Stubborn Stains
Some fabrics require TLC intervention when encountering a gnarly smudge of some sort - this is where pre treater soap comes into play by pointing out directly towards affected areas that would other wise evict themselves fairly quickly if too sluggish amping up cleaning power especially useful for:
- Collars
- Grass stains
- Red wine (cue collective gasp) 4.Or when set-in odors make clothes smell like decomposing elephants. 5.Tracking dog burying something after discovering Wi-Fi existed...
Should You Use Tide Detergent For Every Type Of Fabric?
The answer? Umm… yes!
You've invested good money into the fabrics lining your home and body - therefore, it only makes logistical and financial sense to use an effective product for its cleaning needs. To verify even more: Tide can be used on a variety of fabric materials including athletic wear (ahem yoga pants yoga breathes out), linens/sheets, infant clothes (DIAPERS!), work uniforms — Anything that gets you closer to being able to smell fabric’s cleanliness from across the room; no matter where said item came from whether purchasing at som high-brow fashion boutique or thrift stores.
The Verdict
Doing laundry doesn't have to feel like rocket science anymore thanks largely imparted with scientific amount instructions now printed upon detergent containers as well answered throughout this article! Following recommended amounts is key when seeking every day fresh laundry either within preferred scent mode or not— please follow those instruction so we don’t wind up seeing ourselves in local classifieds advertisements offering washer repair services.
What You Need to Remember:
- Bigger isn’t better - exorbitant detergent usage will lead t👏o 👏droopy looks.
- Always reference packaging measurements
- Let go of indecision since all brands show what they’re capable of behind these washables. 4.Strive for achieving better looking laundry (and life) through chemistry likely magically created by our thoughts while dancing around taco Tuesdays' table holding champagne glasses because that's how everyone imagines scientists working anyway.
Now it’s back over to whoever foolishly ask us about ironing protocol…