HOW TO WASH CLOTH NAPPIES
Take the guesswork out of washing reusable Cloth Nappies with our tried and tested 4 step routine.
STEP 1. Dry-pail
Knock solids off into the toilet, rinse inserts and store both in a dedicated wash basket with airflow, also known as a dry-pail.
STEP 2. Pre-wash
Every two days warm wash covers and inserts on your machines shortest cycle with a half serve of eco-friendly detergent.
STEP 3. Main wash
Follow by a warm wash on the longest cycle your machine will allow with a full serve of eco-friendly detergent.
STEP 4. Dry
Air-dry covers and inserts or tumble dry ensuring covers are on a low temperature and Inserts on a medium temperature.
Important - When washing please do not exceed 60°C as this can damage the waterproofing on your covers.
Do I need to prewash my Cloth Nappies?
We recommend washing your new nappies once to remove any manufacturing residue. This only needs to be a standard length machine wash with cool to warm water.
You do not need to pre-soak your inserts, they will slowly build absorbency with each wash. You may notice small fibres making their way out of the edges of sewing, this is normal and will disappear after a few washes.
What detergent is best to use for washing?
The best detergent to use is the one that suits your family best. We like to use eco-friendly detergents such as Kin-Kin Naturals and B Clean Co Baby and have found this brand effective.
How do I wash my Swim Nappy?
For number two soiled nappies follow the process above with a pre-wash before adding the Swim Nappy into your main load.
If the Swim Nappy is not soiled simply wash in your main wash (do not exceed 60 degrees).
To ensure its longevity ensure that your Swim Nappy doesn't come into contact with sun lotions and rough surfaces.
Can I soak my Cloth Nappies?
It is not recommended to soak our Cloth Nappy outer shells or Swim Nappies. The reason for this is that the outer shell is coated with a water resistent membrane to prevent leakage. Soaking can quickly weaken this membrane and damage your nappy.
If heavily soiled our bamboo inners can be soaked for a short period time with lukewarm water and a gentle detergent (do not bleach) to assist in stain removal. However we find if you are washing your nappies frequently (not allowing them to sit for over 24 hours) and using an effective detergent in your main wash this will suffice in removing stains.