What can i use in my washing machine to counteract hard water?
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I have well water that makes my whites and light colored clothes dingy. I rent so options are limited. I have tried " White brite" on whites but they still eventually take on dingy yellow color..and have not found any solution for light colored clothes.
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When I had well water, I used Calgon water softener in all my whites and light colors. Especially if I was bleaching the whites. It was amazing! No more dingy clothes!
https://www.thespruce.com/solving-hard-water-laundry-problems-2146651
I also have well water and I have found that a heaping tablespoon of baking soda works wonderfully. Does not damage your cottons like bleach and makes your whites really white. I use it in every load, colors come out brighter..............even jeans. It may take a few washing but it will work it's magic.
I buy "Iron Out" at Lowe's, works wonders and doesn't damage like bleach, just don't use it on color clothes as it takes the color out.
I also use Calgon or Rain Drops and pre soak with Oxiclean. Oxiclean also comes in a laundry detergent. They can be used on whites and colored clothes.