Also dont be afraid to please ELI5 it cause Im a bit 'slow' sorry ans thanks. Also I wont be wearimg ANY fabric other than cotton or wool so there isnt any need to worry about other fabrics here.

Is cleaning wool clothing in baby shampoo a long-term solution? What should I be concerned about in the long term? Im only doing this long term cause I was tolf that baby shampoo is a cheaper 'detergent' than those other wool wash products like Eucalan and Soak Inc. So leave any notes about that if you know anything about it please.

What do yall think anout this detergent here? https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5qNWa9By9EY Is it cheaper than store brand detergents that clean cotton safely? Is it cheaper than typical store brand detergents that clean wool safely? Does borax or washing soda have enzymes in it or am I crazy? Or is the baby shampoo solution better ? Edit: Also Ive found this about long term usagw of homemade detergents https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VKeNjdgiwfo&pp=ygUaYm9yYXggYXMgbGF1bmRyeSBkZXRlcmdlbnTSBwkJOQwBhyohjO8%3D

Also where in god's blue Earth does one even find 'washing soda' ? I dont think Ive ever seen that at the store, only baking soda. I live in canada as a side note so ...

Is borax actually anti fungal ? Like is it anti mildew anti fungal? Can borax be use d alone as a detergent and what are the downsides of choosing to do this ?

Thanks.

Edit : Sorry I should have beeen more specific. All Im trying to do is find out 2 things:

1. What is the world's cheapest methood to clean wool baselayer clothing that wont slowly destroy the clothing ? (and as wee all know about 90% or more of all detergennts have wool destroying enzymes in them) Should I just make a homemade detergent for the wool? Doesnt borax destroy wool clothing cause the pH of it is too high?

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1. does cleaning cotton clothing with certain things like borax or washing soda make it almost timpossible for mildew to start growing on and in them during the drying process?

I can speak to wool: They make wool-specific cleaners, which I would recommend. Woolite is one. Hand-wash cold/cool only, air-dry flat only (not in direct sun, and don’t wring or twist it, because that will stretch it out). Roll it up in a towel to remove excess moisture before laying it out. If you’re nervous, take it to a dry cleaner. It should last as long as any regular garment provided you don’t wash it too often.

Yeah, this might sound kind of gross, but wool does better with less washing due to the nature of the fabric. Consider wearing an undershirt or something so you’re not sweating into the wool garment directly. Also get some cedar hangars to keep moths away from your closet so they don’t eat up your wool stuff.

most woolite products have enzymes in it so is a scam as far as Im concerend. There are no stores that sells those woolite products that dont have enzymes in them near me.

Just so you know, We have a laundry wiki as well. It is a work in progress but it may answer some questions.

thanks

You're welcome. I need to add more to it but, my day job takes my time lol.

Enzymes break stains down into smaller pieces so your detergent can actually wash them away. How is that a scam?

What are you needing washing soda for? Or rather, what problem are you trying to fix with it?

For the right laundry concoction you need to know a bit about your water. Is it hard water? Might want something with citric acid in it. Is it iron rich? Might want something made to reduce iron. Otherwise a good, high quality powdered detergent something like Tide powder with oxi will take care of most day to day concerns.

If you need more stain removal power you can look into pre treaters and extra enzyme powder or an enzyme soak using something like Febu powder or, Biz powder.

Washing soda is usually found near laundry detergent since it's most common use is a laundry additive. If you can't find it there you can maybe find it near cleaning supplies.

To add to this comment,

In Canada you can find Arm and hammer washing soda at Canadian Tire, London Drugs, Home Hardware, and Walmart if you have any of those near you.

Enzymes breaks down proteins which means they also breaks down wool, so it really isn’t recommended.

Sorry I should have beeen more specific. All Im trying to do is find 2 things:

1. What is the world's cheapest methood to clean wool baselayer clothing that wont slowly destroy the clothing ? (and as wee all know about 90% or more of all detergennts have wool destroying enzymes in them) Should I just make a homemade detergent for the wool?

and 2. does cleaning cotton clothing with certain things lioe borax or washing soda make it almost timpossible for mildew to start growing on and in them during the drying process?

Basically this ↑ Thanks