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    Laundry additives
    bleach alternative 1/4 cup hydrogen peroxide to regular washload. H2O2 is safe on all colors and fabrics except silks and fabric with metallic threads
    brightener 1/2 cup borax to regular washload
    detergent booster 1/2 cup washing soda to regular washload
    odor control (musty, perspiration, etc.) 1/2 cup vinegar to regular washload
    all purpose prewash spot remover (spray & wash) Hydrogen peroxide and liquid dish soap
    general stain remover straight hydrogen peroxide rubbed on with a cotton ball
    blood stains straight hydrogen peroxide rubbed on with a cotton ball
    grease stains paste of borax and water
    perspiration stains paste of baking soda and water
    fabric softener to the final rinse, add 1/2 to 3/4 cup white vinegar (easy to do with a Downy ball) OR 1/4 cup baking soda

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    Hmmm..I didn't know that about hydrogen peroxide!

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    I always avoided Hydrogen Peroxide thinking it would discolor my clothes like bleach. Juls do you use it on dark colors too?

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    I never thought of using hydrogen peroxide either. Learn something new everyday.

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    What great ideas.... I never would have thought!
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