New way of washing sheets?

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I've read previous threads on this topic with interest. Don't really want to use the washing machine. Liked the idea of taking them for a "bath" in the car and had decided to use the boxes for recycling bottles etc-Good, secure lids. But this plan was scuppered when I noticed the drain holes in the base.
But, tomorrow is bin day and as I pushed the wheelie bin out-Eureka! The perfect solution. Put the sheets in (yet why stop at only sheets?), add water and detergent, and push up and down the street for, say 20 minutes!
Does anyone see a flaw in this plan?
 
I never put anything into the black bin unless it's in a bin liner. But I would clean, disinfect and spray with airfreshner first (before washing the sheets, not just for putting in the rubbish of course!)
 
You obviously don't live on a steep hill like me nor do worry about street cred!

I'd hate to have sheets smelling like a dustbin. What's wrong with the washing machine or a launderette (somebody else's WM /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif).
 
Why not use the washing machine?

Put the sheets into an old pillow case and stick 'em on whichever cycle corresponds to the dirtiness of the sheets. I would be a little cautious over use of detergents but some gentle soap flakes like Lux shouldnt do much harm.

Got to be better than sticking 'em in a wheelie bin and jogging around the block /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif
 
I suppose going down the hill would be the spin cycle?
Fortunately, where I live is flat. Come to think of it, instead of just walking up and down my street, pushing the W.B., I could add interest for myself (and local inhabitants), by taking a circular route.
And, no, I'm not interested in street cred-lost that years ago!
 
Suggest you clean inside the wheelie bin with the outboard first though. Does a great job with a drop of fairy liquid, oh and cleans the salt out of the outboard first. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
 
Better to use a sailbag well tied, as they can escape from a pillowcase. If there's a lot of heavy hardware ( which, I assume, is why you're reluctant to use your hotpoint top loader with wringer), just pad them up with old towels - or neck-cloths.The ropes will probably be cleaner than working overalls at this time of year.
 
Thanks for that tip. I may decide to do that, depending on the weather -don't want to push my W.B. around in the snow. However my plan would be neatly incorporated into my fitness regime. I've walked around the block a couple of times recently and felt it was a bit boring, but this would give me a purpose, and should help with upper body and arm strength?
 
Yep. spotted by local dustman-using apparatus for which it is not designed.
Local strike by "Operatives"
National strike by " Union of Technical Disposal Operatives"
Introduction of Anti-Rosa byelaws prohibiting the washing of
sundry bits in a dedicated disposal apparatus.

Chuck 'em in the washing machine. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
 
Oh, no! Now you've got me worried-I never thought of that. How about if I did it at night?
BTW, I love the thought of "Anti-Rosa byelaws...." My claim to fame!
 
stick them in the marinas washing machine or a laundrette if you don't want to use yours. You will get a far better result... low temp of course /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Iota
 
Another idea I hadn't thought of-but what if the machine is damaged-will I be liable? Whereas, I can't foresee any culpability with a W.B.
 
Buy a new plastic rubbish bin and a long handled rubber ended drain plunger. Use the plunger as the agitator, up and down for ten minutes to get your heart rate up then rinse. Used this method years ago at sea in the navy on ships with out washing machines. Surprisingly efficient
 
A warning about marina washing machines. Some numpty in this marina chucked his dog bed in the dryer, obviously the mutt had climbed into it's bunk soaking wet.
Anyone who used the dryer afterwards ended up with a furry look to their gear.The hairs wouldn't come off and there was a big German Shepherd dog on the next pontoon which kept giving me funny looks..I think he fancied me!! /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

Fishermantwo's idea works though, used to dhobi our dungerees like that in merchant ships. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
 
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