What is a washing egg?

What is the ecoegg Laundry Egg? The ecoegg Laundry Egg is a unique and innovative laundry washing system that cleans clothes effectively, using two types of mineral pellets plus a small amount of detergent, encased in a recyclable egg.

Does the laundry Egg work?

How did the Ecoegg perform on test? On test, we found that stain removal was best on cottons, washing out 90% or more of blood, baby food and sebum. However, it did somewhat struggle when washing synthetics in comparison, with only 67% of stains removed on average.

How long do eco eggs last?

How long does an Ecoegg last? The Ecoegg pellets initially last for 50-210 washes depending on which Ecoegg you buy. After that, you can buy the washing pellets separately and refill your egg. The egg itself will apparently last about 10 years.

How do you use an egg in laundry?

Using the Ecoegg Place the Ecoegg into the drum of your washing machine, on top of your laundry, and wash as normal, following the fabric care label instructions on your garments. We do not recommend using the Ecoeggſ in the washing machine for your very delicate garments, Hand wash them with the Ecoegginstead.

Is Ecoegg toxic?

The ecoegg Laundry Egg was initially developed for people with sensitive skin. It has been dermatologically tested on people with sensitive skin and given the result of 'excellent. ' The natural mineral pellets contain no harmful chemicals. The ecoegg Laundry Egg helps to reduce your plastic use.

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Does Ecoegg damage washers?

No, the ecoegg Laundry Egg is perfectly safe to use with all makes of washing machines. It is made from soft, durable rubber, so it is gentle on your machine.

What are the ingredients in Ecoegg?

The ingredients used in these pellets are: 34% – Sodium C12-C16 Olefin Sulfonate – a mild surfactant. 23% – Sodium Carbonate – helps soften water by binding to hard water minerals which can deactivate detergents. 15% – Calcium Carbonate – water softener.

How long does a Laundry Egg last?

How do I know when to replace my ecoegg Laundry Egg pellets? You will need to refill your ecoegg Laundry Egg roughly every 2 months (approximately 7-10 weeks).

Does Ecoegg make clothes smell nice?

Been using EcoEgg washing machine…

With the first wash I ever did with the egg, my clothes came out smelling amazing - just how I expected - but ever since then I've not smelt anything on the clothes at all.

Is Ecoegg antibacterial?

However something came along recently that changed that….. Ecoegg's Concentrated Multi-Purpose Antibacterial Cleaner! It is has no harsh chemicals in it but instead it is made from plant extracts and is safe to use all over your home.

Is Ecoegg safe for septic systems?

These laundry products and household cleaners are safe to use if you have a septic tank for your home.

How do you know when to refill Ecoegg?

Refilling your Ecoegg

You will need to top up the white mineral pellets (1 packet at a time) after approximately each 70 washes (approximately every 2 months – depending how often you wash). A good estimate is when you notice the pellets have shrunk half their size then you know it's a good time to top up.

Can I use vinegar with Ecoegg?

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Yes, it really does. But I do have a tip for best use: add vinegar to the wash cycle. This will give it an extra boost. I add vinegar to every single cycle.

How ECO is Ecoegg?

The ecoegg laundry egg can clean your clothes in any wash up to 60 degrees Celsius. The natural pellets aren't designed for higher temperatures but it works just as well in cold washes, reducing your energy usage. It is also suitable for hand washing.

Can I use soda crystals with Ecoegg?

Ecoegg detox tablets are made of washing soda which is a cleaning product you can buy in most supermarkets. Dri-pak's Soda Crystals would work just fine too.

Is Ecoegg a non bio?

The mineral pellets in the ecoegg Laundry Egg are perfect for people with sensitive skin, are non-biological and do not contain any petrochemicals, enzymes, bleaches, phosphates, parabens, SLS/SLES, palm oil or microplastics.

Does Ecoegg work in the machines?

The Ecoegg works by moving around and having water flow through it during the wash cycle. If your machine is too overloaded – it won't be able to do this and therefore won't work as well.

Where is Ecoegg made?

An award-winning business that specialises in the design of eco-friendly laundry products has created new jobs and is exporting to over 30 countries worldwide after bringing its production back to the UK from China.

Can you use Ecoegg in washer dryer?

Yes. However, the ecoegg Laundry Egg MUST be removed for the final drying cycle if you have a washer-dryer. The Laundry Egg was developed purely for washing your laundry and the Dryer Egg was developed to be used in the tumble dryer. Therefore the Laundry Egg would need to be removed before the drying cycle.

Are EcoEgg pellets recyclable?

Each pack gives you 50 washes (just 10p per wash). Add the full refill pack to your Ecoegg Laundry Egg. Pack contains both white and black (tourmaline) pellets. The pellet bags are recyclable at soft plastic recycling points.

Can I wash wool with Ecoegg?

You can't use it for wool. Not sure why but it says so on the box. Mine has no scent. That's actually not a con for us, but I know lots of people like their washing to smell 'clean' and for them that means having a scent.

Is Ecoegg good for eczema?

If you suffer with eczema The National Eczema Society recommends using products like our ecoegg Laundry Egg - 'An alternative method of doing the laundry is to use Ecoballs. Instead of detergent they use cleaning pellet to 'lift' out the dirt during the wash cycle. '

Do Eco balls work?

Although laundry balls are marketed as economical, environmentally friendly alternatives that can reduce water and energy consumption, they have not been demonstrated to be more effective than washing without detergent.

What are the pellets in Ecoegg?

The white mineral pellets are made up of biodegradable surfactants, stabilisers, builders and binders. These are the pellets that do most of the actual cleaning. The dark grey mineral pellets are tourmaline. These help to do the softening of the laundry.

Can I use bleach with Ecoegg?

A'pre-wash' or 'in wash' stain remover can be used as normal. This will not affect the performance of the Ecoegg in any way. The Ecoegg contains no harsh bleaching agents. If you find that your whites are not coming out as bright as you are used to try adding some eco-friendly laundry bleach to your white loads.