Tea Cup Posted August 20, 2013 Author Share Posted August 20, 2013 Thanks for all those replies, most helpful. Couldn't reply b4 cos I couldn't get a signal at Malvern. I'll try the various options, I was wondering if there is any long-term damage to the seals or plastic, but of course the machines that the tablets/liquid are used in have similar seals, so why would there be any damage? Isn't it interesting how such a simple posting causes bickering? Ah well ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe63xnotuse Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Mornin' TC.. We switched to using a "splosh" of supermarket own brand bio-washing liquid a few years back and haven't experienced any problems with seals etc (..if anything it seems to keep the cassette cleaner, with none of that blue staining..and it smells far better that the "proper" chemicals, both during use and when emptying..). As for the "bio" aspect affecting sceptic tanks, although that is true enough, prior to switching I did a lengthy "Google" and came across loads of info' that stated that in the concentrations that we are talking of here, it shouldn't really cause any problem.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jocie Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Well 747, thanks for your reply, I was vaguely aware of the care that must be taken with formaldehyde but I must confess your post has frightened me a bit and I shall be very careful with this stuff so thanks again, and once it's finished I will change to a more environmentally friendly solution. *-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1footinthegrave Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 jocie - 2013-08-20 9:28 AM Well 747, thanks for your reply, I was vaguely aware of the care that must be taken with formaldehyde but I must confess your post has frightened me a bit and I shall be very careful with this stuff so thanks again, and once it's finished I will change to a more environmentally friendly solution. *-) I'd move out your house if I was you, and a lot more places as well, we are surrounded by the stuff. The EPA recommends the use of “exterior-grade” pressed-wood products to limit formaldehyde exposure in the home. These products emit less formaldehyde because they contain phenol resins, not urea resins. (Pressed-wood products include plywood, paneling, particleboard, and fiberboard and are not the same as pressure-treated wood products, which contain chemical preservatives and are intended for outdoor use.) Before purchasing pressed-wood products, including building materials, cabinetry, and furniture, buyers should ask about the formaldehyde content of these products. Formaldehyde levels in homes can also be reduced by ensuring adequate ventilation, moderate temperatures, and reduced humidity levels through the use of air conditioners and dehumidifiers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordie01 Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Used aldi bio tablets for 6 years no problem and the cassette is nipping clean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianjo Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 Hi ,can I just confirm ,are we talking Aldi Bio washing tabs (as in clothes washing) and is it 1 per cassette thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crbtaylor Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Tea Cup - 2013-08-20 8:50 AM Thanks for all those replies, most helpful. Couldn't reply b4 cos I couldn't get a signal at Malvern. I'll try the various options, I was wondering if there is any long-term damage to the seals or plastic, but of course the machines that the tablets/liquid are used in have similar seals, so why would there be any damage? Isn't it interesting how such a simple posting causes bickering? Ah well ... Did you make a decision on what to use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggyd Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 We use the Bio washing liquid, I wouldn't be happy using tabs as you need hot water to dissolve them properly, cold water is used to dispel soap suds when used for washing clothes. I know what a mess undissolved washing tabs make in my dishwasher sticking to the bottom of the machine *-) lord knows what kind of a mess could stick to them in a cassette. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wints Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Started using Lidl's Formil Bio concentrate a few years ago. I remember it being described as 'double concentrate', and it was a blue colour with a 'thickish' consistency. The single concentrate was pale green and not as heavy consistency. Several months ago, I bought more of the double concentrate. It's now green, and appears to be the same as the old single concentrate. Are we being diddled ? Allen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Has anyone every used dishwasher tablets instead? Any problems with these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1footinthegrave Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Mel B - 2013-08-27 7:12 PM Has anyone every used dishwasher tablets instead? Any problems with these? I can only think they are designed to dissolve in hot water, but I'm convinced the hot water does most of the work in any event in our dishwasher. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muswell Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Every now and then in our house there is a culinary incident involving simmering which leaves burnt food in a pan. A dishwasher tablet left in the pan overnight with some water seems to shift anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1footinthegrave Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Maybe a smoke detector may save you the bother :D :D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muswell Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I once went to talk to our neighbours and was invited in for a drink. After a bit they suggested my wife should join us, which she did. After a while I became conscious of a bleeping noise and asked what it was, to which they replied that it was coming through the party wall. It's amazing what happens when you boil eggs for too long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tea Cup Posted September 2, 2013 Author Share Posted September 2, 2013 crbtaylor - 2013-08-26 12:36 PM Tea Cup - 2013-08-20 8:50 AM Thanks for all those replies, most helpful. Couldn't reply b4 cos I couldn't get a signal at Malvern. I'll try the various options, I was wondering if there is any long-term damage to the seals or plastic, but of course the machines that the tablets/liquid are used in have similar seals, so why would there be any damage? Isn't it interesting how such a simple posting causes bickering? Ah well ... Did you make a decision on what to use? Yes, we will be using the sachets. Do you just use water in the flush tank? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolero boy Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Muswell - 2013-08-28 9:23 AM I once went to talk to our neighbours and was invited in for a drink. After a bit they suggested my wife should join us, which she did. After a while...................... I did wonder for a moment where this thread was going........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muswell Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Maybe in Somerset. In North London? Never. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigal55 Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 away for 2 days last week on a cl, got back late,empty toilet in the morning, forgot as sprogs decended for the airshow, emptied testerday,worried,no need still smelt like laundry. would a sog be the same after 5 days in 20c+ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crinklystarfish Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 I do think that holding tank management regimes reveal a great deal. Who'd have though that managing sh*t in a plastic bucket would be such a powerful indicator of intelligence and morality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muswell Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Yep. Combined with the underpants thread who knows what truths could be revealed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigal55 Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 crinklystarfish - 2013-09-05 9:49 AM I do think that holding tank management regimes reveal a great deal. Who'd have though that managing sh*t in a plastic bucket would be such a powerful indicator of intelligence and morality.[/quote explain i left school at 14, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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