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Laundry

Branch Basics can replace all of your toxic cleaning products - including laundry! These laundry instructions are the method we suggest for incorporating Branch Basics Concentrate into your laundry routine for healthier, safe clothing care. We offer

Can I use Branch Basics in my HE washer?

Yes! Branch Basics works great in HE machines! The The Branch Basics Concentrate Laundry Solution is made from the Concentrate and water and it does not create a lot of suds. This is perfect for HE machines. It works great in conventional washers too

How do I treat stains using Branch Basics?

Visit our Stain Master Guide for all things stain related.

How do I wash my delicate items?

Visit How To Wash Dry-Clean Only Items At Home for instructions on washing items like wool, cashmere, silk, etc.

I'm struggling with laundry. Do you have any tips?

It may take a little experimenting to see what works best for you, but here are some suggestions to try. 1. 3/4 - 1 capful of laundry solution is a good amount for a regular sized lightly-soiled load. If you are doing large loads or heavily-soiled lo

How do I detox my clothes and bedding with Branch Basics?

If you’re looking to detoxify your clothing from dirt, grime and built up residues, Branch Basics can help. Check out our Guide To Detoxifying Clothing and Bedding, plus our Non-Toxic Laundry Stripping Instructions. Note: Many times clothing can be c

How do I clean and detoxify my washer and dryer?

Visit How to Clean and Detoxify your Washer and Dryer for instructions on how to clean your washer and dryer with Branch Basics.

Do you have any fabric softener alternatives?

Visit our Fabric Softener Alternatives blog post here.

How do I refresh my Wool Dryer Balls?

We would recommend putting the dryer balls in a sock and running them through the wash in cold water.

What if the detergent cakes up in the washing machine dispenser?

Humidity from the washing machine may solidify the powder in the holding bin if left there for a period of time. If this is happening, simply put the powder in the drum of the machine before putting the clothes in. You can also add a few cups of wate

Do I need to pre-treat stains with the Laundry Detergent powder?

The Laundry Detergent powder is extremely effective at removing stains in cold and hot water. However, as with any laundry detergent, you may still need to pre-treat tough stains on some fabrics. If you find that a stain has not been removed after wa

Can I use the Oxygen Boost with my own laundry detergent?

Yes! Our Oxygen Boost is great at boosting the effectiveness of any laundry detergent. It will help whiten whites and brighten colors. Just add a scoop of the Oxygen Boost to the drum of your machine before adding the clothes. You may be interested t

Can I use the Oxygen Boost as a bleach alternative?

Yes! The Oxygen Boost is a great bleach alternative.

Can I use Oxygen Boost with the Laundry Detergent powder?

You typically would not need to use Oxygen Boost with our Laundry Detergent powder because our Laundry Detergent already has Oxygen Boost's ingredients built into the formula. Adding Oxygen Boost can make whites even whiter, however, so you may want

How much Laundry Detergent powder do I use per load?

There is a scoop in the bag of Laundry Detergent powder and you'll use ¾ of a scoop per load. If you tend to do larger loads or heavily-soiled loads, add one or two scoops of the Laundry Detergent powder. There are 90 loads in each pouch.

Can I use the Laundry Detergent Powder to treat stains in laundry?

Yes! It can be used for pre-treating tough stains by applying the Laundry Detergent Powder directly to the stain and saturating it with Branch Basics All Purpose spray. Rub the stained fabric against itself to work the product into the stain, and the