There's a lot of false information going around about washing natural
fiber diapers and it's important to know the facts. Bamboo and cotton
are commonly used, and while they have a greener footprint than their
synthetic counterparts, they will wear out faster and need to be
replaced more often.
All of our products have been tested on
these fabrics and when compared to washing with just water- showed no
difference in the rate at which the fibers started to wear thin or break
down.
In order to keep your diapers looking nice for longer simply follow these tips:
1. Know your water- and use the correct formula. When in doubt send us an email
and we can help you determine the right formula for you. There are
special water circumstances like high chlorination or salt water where
natural fibers are to be avoided.
2. Have a larger stash. The more diapers in rotation, the less each piece is washed and the longer they will last.
3.
Wash often! Natural fibers are not meant to stay wet for longer than
24-48 hours. Keeping them in a damp diaper bag for longer than that (ie
wetpailing or going more than 2 days between washing) will promote mold
and rot.
4. Limit soaking to once a month or every other month -
as needed. (see reason #2) Soaking in a detergent solution can weaken
natural fabrics, which is why its important to find a wash routine that
works for you without the need for excessive soaking.
5. Make sure that your diapers are rinsed thoroughly. Detergent residue can lead to faster wear and tear.