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   mygaley | Feb 20, 2006 09:19am | #1

   My helpful Hancock's friend, Diane, told me that liquid detergents would ruin the texture of some fabrics, and she especially warned me against using it on fleece.  Galey

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   jyang949 | Feb 20, 2006 10:50am | #2

   And the jackets were lined with synthetic fleece. Thanks!Janet

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   offerocker | Feb 20, 2006 01:46pm | #3

   I disagree with that information; maybe the salesperson could provide you a reason. for her statement.  I switched to liquid years ago, as the powder didn't always dissolve completely.  Before I had a front-load washer, I always added the liquid detergent as the water came in, let it aggitate a minute, then added the clothes.

   Do you think she may have meant liquid fabric softener vs dryer sheets?  I could understand that being a problem.  I'm curious to know her reply!  All seems equal, as long as the detergents are completely dissolved - in my opinion.

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   jyang949 | Feb 20, 2006 11:05pm | #4

   I accept that powder is better for fleece but it's not as convenient (had to predissolve it). The "why" is still a mystery to me.Janet

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   jyang949 | Feb 21, 2006 07:35am | #5

   What happens when liquid detergent is used on fleece, anyway? I can't imagine any effect that would outlast the washing.Janet

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   woodruff | Feb 21, 2006 10:47am | #6

   I make a lot of stuff with Malden fleece, and for years, I ignored the powdered detergent recommendation, thinking it was a lot of hooey. But, after reading the same advice at the Malden site itself, I gave it a try on fleece things I had formerly washed in liquid deterg--and, by gosh, it did make a difference! The fleece was definitely much softer to the touch with the powder. Who knew?

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   Teaf5 | Mar 01, 2006 02:13am | #8

   A fascinating discussion from which I am learning a lot; I already knew that powdered and liquid forms of the same detergent brand are not at all the same: my hypo-allergenic type in the liquid form gave me hives, even when I double rinsed it. Perhaps this difference in rinsability is what causes problems on the fleece as well?

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   joy | Feb 22, 2006 10:01pm | #7

   Powdered detergent and double-rinsing are suggested for waterproof, coated fabrics (GoreTex, Ultrex, etc.)to prevent soap from clogging the pores - which makes these outerwear fabrics breathable.