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[viva923]

I use downy odor defence . just use a tablespoon for each load.  my clothes come out smelling clean. I don't use any liquid fabric softener, just the odor defence.

[qualitygal]

Fabreze has a scent called clean laundry.  Maybe spraying the sheet closet vs. right on the sheets would work.  Or the carpet ? 

[AmericanBulldogMom]

If I want some scent I add the Downy Unstopables or Gain’s version. You can control the scent level by how much you use. A little goes a long way and the scent last’s for weeks like advertised.

[ROMARY]

If this is off topic, please ignore and please don't comment: 

Anyone else here hear about tweens eating T*de detergent laundry balls/pods? (Probably other brands, too.) I haven't seen a thread here yet, but when discussing with others on a morning walk, we were speechless.   I seriously can't figure out their thinking.  Oh, well.   Thanks for listening.  Maybe someone else will start a thread, if it's permitted. 

Lots of good suggestions here re: fresh smelling laundry!

[jackthebear]

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@Sue98 wrote:

Any ideas?  I'm getting ready to wash my Berkshire velvet soft fleece sheets, and the instructions state not to use fabric softener.  I feel like my clothes don't smell fresh if I don't use some kind of softener?

Any tips or tricks?  Thanks!

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As I said on the towel thread I never use fabric softener,  just Purex and if it doesn't get rinsed well some white vinegar.  laundry is fine

[alicedee]

I have fleece sheets and the instructions said dry at low heat with no softener.  I’m in an apartment with a coin washer and dryer in the basement....the dryer doesn’t have a low setting.  

So...I use Gain washing pods, which have a nice scent.  When the sheets come out of the washer the spinning has them partially dry.  I set up a drying rack in my spare bedroom, loop them over the arms, and let them air dry.  If I wash them in the morning, by late afternoon they are dry using this method.  

They always have a light, fresh scent.   

[Moonchilde]

I use these -

[shoesnbags]

Thanks, @Zhills. I use unscented detergent and unscented fabric softener, and never have a problem with my laundry smelling "unfresh."  But I'd like to use your vinegar suggestion on some towels that could be a LOT softer and fluffier. I know never to use fabric softener on towels, but can't wait to try the vinegar. 

[Desertdi]

Add ammonia to the wash cycle.   Follow directions on label.

[marmot24]

I agree about the white vinegar. I've used it for years and am completely satisfied. Also much cheaper...Less than $5 for 2  gallons at  Sams Club. Can't beat it!!