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I use the Purex sheets, only for travel, so I still have a few left. But when I run out, I'll try the pods. I think they'd be fine in a sturdy freezer ziplock bag or one of those disposable Ziplock or Glad containers.
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I always double-Ziploc bag anything I am worried may leak (shampoo, detergent, etc). I have experienced Ziploc/Glad/Hefty bag seal failure coupled with messy-container failure on more than one occasion, so have been grateful I do this, even if most of the time it is redundant. Plus, the two ziploc bags then go into usually a soft-sided toiletry or other case. I reuse the ziploc bags on more than one trip as long as they are in really good condition. I'd rather waste money on relatively cheap ziploc bags then have a mess to clean up in my suitcase.
On our last trip we used the All Free and Clear Mighty Pacs. We packed them in a twist and lock topped Glade Take and Toss container. No breakage or leaks. Plus, they worked great, even in cold water. Since I am sensitive to fragrances in general, which often trigger asthmatic issues for me, it is nice to have a portable laundry detergent format that doesn't trigger symptoms.
On our last trip we used the All Free and Clear Mighty Pacs. We packed them in a twist and lock topped Glade Take and Toss container. No breakage or leaks. Plus, they worked great, even in cold water. Since I am sensitive to fragrances in general, which often trigger asthmatic issues for me, it is nice to have a portable laundry detergent format that doesn't trigger symptoms.
I like your idea of the twist & lock Take & Toss container; makes it handy for bringing to the laundry room, too. The only laundry detergent I can use is All Free & Clear, so I am looking forward to using their pods (mighty pacs).
We usually use the Ultra 3x at home; the mighty pacs are Ultra 4x -- did you find they work as well ?
Yes,they worked just as well. We had smaller loads at WDW than at home, but that is because we have a front-load HE machine and the one at VWL was a top load, so capacity was less than at home. I did make sure to add the water and Mighty Pac first, making sure the detergent actually escaped the Pac/mixed with the water before we added our clothes. I also made sure I used the load size with the most water, to compensate for the 4x concentration.
I like the Purex 3-in-1 sheets for travel. Often my loads on vacation are smaller than at home, and I can cut a sheet in half and get two loads out of it.
That's why I just take loose powder or regular liquid detergent rather than the pods (in a hard container of course if I'm flying!). That way, I can have any size load I want w/o having too much soap in there.
I don't like the sheets, so cutting them in half is not an option for me.
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Has anyone tried these, or any of the other similar products? We're doing a 10 day trip and our condo has laundry in the unit which will let me pack lighter (well, it sounds good, huh?) and I actually had a package of these little things in my hand today. They are little and squishy, and as I looked at them I had visions of them exploding all over inside my suitcase! Yes, we can get them once we're in Orlando, but then I'm going to be stuck figuring out how to take them home- I hate wasting things. Any thoughts?
We usually use the Ultra 3x at home; the mighty pacs are Ultra 4x -- did you find they work as well ?
I have an aged toploading Maytag and recently switched to the All Free & Clear pods. Most loads need only one for the two of us since we don't get any clothes terribly dirty. I generally throw in two for dishcloths and dishtowels if they're stained to any extent or a big load of towels and washcloths. They work great.
I've used cold water for everything for over a year and find things get just as clean.
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I like both because even dh or the kids can do the laundry and it is all measured out. But the Purex is still my favourite because there isn't teh concern about it popping or anything and you can cut them in half which is wonderful for smaller loads
we always take the purex sheets. you can stick them in your shoes for travel and everything smells nice. Or I usually just stick them in the outside pocket of the suitcase, keeps things smelling fresh! and they work great too.
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I've used the purex 3 in 1 sheets and they worked fine for vacation laundry.
This is what I use on vacation. No fuss and no mess! Plus, they make your suitcase smell so good! Since we have a washer and dryer in our villa this time, I will definitely be packing these INSTEAD of extra clothes!
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On our last trip we used the All Free and Clear Mighty Pacs. We packed them in a twist and lock topped Glade Take and Toss container. No breakage or leaks. Plus, they worked great, even in cold water. Since I am sensitive to fragrances in general, which often trigger asthmatic issues for me, it is nice to have a portable laundry detergent format that doesn't trigger symptoms.
Thank you for this! Our family is very sensitive, so we have to be careful what we use as well. I will look for these. The Purex etc. sound like great ideas, but we can't use it.
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! Yes, we can get them once we're in Orlando, but then I'm going to be stuck figuring out how to take them home- I hate wasting things. Any thoughts?
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