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Gee, My Dog Bed Smells Terrific!

So I posted recently that I wanted advice on washing a dark red blanket. After some reading on the laundry forums I decided to buy Tide Pur Honey Lavender. Now normally I avoid anything scented like food, but hoped honey may not be too “foody”. I am awaiting my new Electrolux units (which are delayed a week grrr) so haven’t had the chance to use the new detergent yet.

Anyway, this morning I decided I needed to wash the covers on the dog beds and gave the Pur a chance.

As I was measuring out the detergent I had one of those olfactory memory moments but couldn’t place the scent. Of course this drove me crazy so I went back into the laundry room to get another sniff. And then it hit me, it smells just my hair did in the ‘70s.

I read that many on here hate the scent, but I love it! I never understood how folks around here got so attached to certain laundry detergents and scents. Guess I better run out and get a few back up bottles, cuz anytime I like a product it is destined to be discontinued lol.



Comments (10)

  • 7 years ago

    I"m glad you found a scented detergent that makes you happy. :) Scent is one of those things that really stirs up memories. It does have a scent that seems to me one either likes very much or not at all. Hubby loves the scent, whereas me, I'd rather not have to smell it, ever. Funny how that happens.


    Just want to give a head's up that Tide Pur Clean liquid detergent can be a suds maker. With a new Electrolux washer on the way (assuming it's a FL), you will have to monitor how well your washer handles the suds. If your water is hard, you will have less of a problem. For me, with soft water and a full fill top loader (implying I should have less issues with suds than a FL owner), it's a groan worthy event when I use the small bottle gifted to me. Anyhow, I'd suggest to turn on the extra rinse function either way. when using it going forward to avoid any build up in the new washing machine. You should be fine then.


    It seems to clean well, even at the minuscule doses we have to use due to sudsing for us, but those suds...


    Hoping your new washer arrives early and you enjoy it.

  • 7 years ago

    I remember the shampoo but not the scent.

    I agree with SEA Tide Pur is very verrrrry sudsy in a front loader. I would proceed with caution if you use it in your new Elux.

    Can't wait to read your review of your new Elux. Congratulations.

  • 7 years ago

    I will be cautious with using it. I usually use Charlie’s packets.

    Is there a particular type of detergent that would be good for my new FL Electrolux? I got the one with Smartboost I think it’s called.

  • 7 years ago

    Is there a hint of scent after drying? When I buy something because of a scent, I am disappointed when there is none.

  • 7 years ago

    There is, but not overpowering.

  • 7 years ago

    Yes a hint. Line drying or on hangers and it's a bit stronger. I do like the scent but just can't use it except for a soak in the sink so I use it to sink wash my bras.

  • 7 years ago
    I use my stash for the same, mamapinky - hand washing bras in the sink. Ha! Does a lovely job (although unscented for me.)

    When I bought it I didn’t realize the Pur isn’t HE Turbo...not sure if this is why it’s causing too many suds for me or whether it’s just liquid Tide in general as I haven’t tested any others since I got my new washer.

    Annette, I saw your other thread on the red blankets. No laundry tips to add but I just wanted to say your guest room looks so cozy and welcoming. My cat loves fleece and would be similarly perched, claiming the room as her own. :)
  • 7 years ago

    Lol, the cat has claimed this as her sleepy spot. Oh. And the red blankets did bleed to the white fleece side. No biggie, they are cozy nonetheless.

  • 7 years ago
    I had completely forgotten about that shampoo until your post! How funny.