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Get your whole family interested in the laundry with these fun and interesting experiments!

<p>October is a spooky time of year, making it the perfect time to play mad scientist!&nbsp; No matter how old you are, it&rsquo;s always fun to do experiments - and the laundry is a great place to start.</p>
<p>Make these laundry experiments a family experience by having everyone come up with their own theories and ideas for them.&nbsp; If you&rsquo;re unsure about using your regular laundry for these experiments, you can visit your local thrift store for some inexpensive clothing to work with.</p>
<p>Please note:&nbsp; If you choose to engage in these experiments, do research on your ideas, make sure you take proper safety precautions, and don&rsquo;t use anything you or your family members might have a reaction to!</p>
<h2><strong>An Experiment for Beginners </strong><strong><br /></strong></h2>
<p>Potentially the safest experiment you can try will answer the question, &ldquo;<a href="https://www.education.com/science-fair/article/laundry-lab/" target="_blank">What laundry detergent works best for different types of stains?</a>&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>This one is easy and fun because you get to make a mess before you clean it up!&nbsp; Even the youngest family members can get in on the fun!</p>
<p><img src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/PattersonApp-laundryexp_messybaby.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Just purchase several small-size bottles of different laundry detergents, take clothes, make stains on them with different materials, and then get to washing.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Take photos and notes of your findings, so your family will always know exactly what works with what kinds of stains!&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>A Moderate Experiment</strong></h2>
<p>If you&rsquo;re looking to get a little more mad scientist with your experiment, creating and <a href="http://manvsdebt.com/dirty-laundry-experiments-with-homemade-laundry-detergent/" target="_blank">testing your own homemade laundry detergents</a> is a great way to start!&nbsp;</p>
<p><img src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/PattersonApp-laundryexp_bakingsoda.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Not only will you get to see if your homemade laundry detergent gets stains out like store-bought detergents, but you&rsquo;ll have fun getting to choose your own scents and saving a little money in the process.</p>
<p>Because this involves using some advanced materials like borax and washing soda, children should be supervised during this experiment.<strong></strong></p>
<h2><strong>An Advanced Experiment&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p><strong>&nbsp;</strong>Interested in a decidedly more scientific approach to your laundry experiment?&nbsp; How about learning <a href="http://www.dranniesexperiments.com/laundry-product-testing/how-germy-is-everyone-s-laundry" target="_blank">how many germs your clothing carries</a> before and after a wash?&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><img src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_content_cases/PattersonApp-laundryexp_petridish.jpg" width="700" /></p>
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<p>This is a much more involved experiment and may require the purchase of new equipment and items to ensure the best performance.&nbsp; You can test bacterial counts on clothing before and after washing, after washing in specific temperatures or chemicals, and even do your own tests on clothing taken brand-new out of the packaging.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As with every science experiment, always ensure that you use the proper safety equipment and follow safety precautions before engaging in any of these experiments.&nbsp; And remember - have fun with it!</p></div>

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