Pail Liner - Waterproof Laundry Bag

With cloth diapers:

As a general rule, do not store for longer than 4 days, and ideally in an open wet bag near the changing station.

Why open?

This prevents bacteria from forming and the smell disappears into the room within a very short time. It is important that the room is well ventilated at least once a day. If you close the wet bag, a climate can develop in this small space where bacteria thrive, and then the wet bag will start to smell strongly.

Materials that have come into contact with water:

For example, wet wipes or inserts that you had to wash out should not be mixed with the "pee-poo diapers," because moisture encourages mold growth. Therefore, it's best to use a small wet bag for fabrics that have come into contact with water, then wash everything together.

Clothing or feminine hygiene

You can simply store these in a wet bag without further consideration. However, feminine hygiene products should also be washed after 4 days at the latest.

1. How often should I wash cloth diapers?

Cloth diapers should be washed at least every 2-4 days to prevent unpleasant odors and maintain the quality of the diapers.

2. How do I prepare cloth diapers for washing?

Remove all solid residues (e.g., by rinsing or shaking off) before storage. For diapers with inserts, you should remove the inserts from the diaper if possible.

For stool residues, it is advisable to rinse with cold water to minimize odors, but note that these diapers must be stored in a separate wet bag or dried beforehand to prevent mold growth. Excessively wet inserts or diapers should also be dried before storage to prevent liquid from forming in the wet bag.

3. At what temperature should I wash cloth diapers?

Cloth diapers should normally be washed at 40 to 60 degrees Celsius, depending on the manufacturer's instructions. At 60 degrees, bacteria and germs are better removed, but you should observe the care instructions for the diapers to avoid shortening their lifespan. PUL covers should always be washed at 40 degrees to significantly increase their lifespan, and ideally with colored laundry and the appropriate detergent.

4. Can I use fabric softener?

Fabric softener must be avoided as it can impair the absorbency of cloth diapers. Instead, you can use a special detergent for cloth diapers that leaves no residue and is gentle on the materials. You can, of course, find this in our Ulrich natürlich shop.

Detergent should always meet the following criteria: - less than 15% soap content, even better under 5% - no chemical bleaches - no artificial fragrances - no preservatives or dyes

5. How can I remove stains from cloth diapers?

Stains can be removed by sun (UV light) or a special stain remover for cloth diapers, which you can find from Ulrich natürlich in our shop. Another method is to pre-treat the stains on the diapers with curd soap and then wash them in the washing machine to remove stains. (always just before washing)

6. Should I wash my cloth diapers before first use?

Yes, we recommend washing cloth diapers before first use. This helps to increase absorbency and remove any residues from production. Cloth diapers reach their full absorbency after about 8-10 washes.

7. Can I dry cloth diapers in a dryer?

No, please don't. Even if some products state it's possible and the dryer dries at a low temperature and on a gentle cycle, frequent tumble drying can permanently damage the material and remove the absorbent material, as dryers de-lint (you'll notice it in the lint filter). Air drying is definitely the better choice; hang the diapers on a clothesline.

8. How can I avoid unpleasant odors?

To avoid unpleasant odors, diapers should be washed regularly with the correct washing routine and dried properly. The storage system (such as a wet bag) should be well ventilated, and it is helpful to store diapers in a clean, dry room.

9. How do I wash properly?

• Simply put your diapers in the washing machine drum with our self-emptying wet bag, after opening both zippers.
• First, select a short program like "Pre-rinse" or "Rinse and spin."
• After this program, the coarse impurities are already out of your machine; now select a suitable full wash program and add more water + programs (pre-rinse, post-rinse, etc.).
• Spin speed max. 1200
• Observe detergent dosage (please pay attention to our recommended detergent - Ulrich natürlich Diaper Detergent to ensure long durability).
• For heavily calciferous water, we strongly recommend adding a descaler such as the lactic acid descaler from Ulrich natürlich (protects your materials and your machine).
• You can also add other laundry that you want to wash at the selected temperature; the machine should be well and efficiently filled.
• Start the washing program.

There is nothing to do about breast milk stool, as it is water-soluble and odorless and can be washed out with the appropriate washing routine.

For solid food or bottle-fed stool, simply use our diaper liner and dispose of the solid waste in the trash or toilet. If any has gotten on the insert, please remove it before washing.

It's best to wash your new cloth diapers once at 40°C, using a cloth diaper-friendly detergent like Ulrich natürlich!

Your absorbent materials need about 8-10 washes to reach their full absorbency.

We ship carbon neutral with Austrian Post. For shipments outside of Austria, the parcel is handed over to a shipping partner of Austrian Post.

Our delivery times are:

• Within Austria approx. 2-4 working days
• Within Germany approx. 3-7 working days
• Italy (South Tyrol) approx. 2-5 working days

Should the products you purchased not be right for you, you can, of course, return them to us.

Please note our return policy, which we have briefly summarized here:

• Only unwashed and unused goods will be accepted for return (hygiene guidelines)
• Send us a short email to office@lumina-stoffwindeln.at to arrange the return with us
• Send your return back to us at your own expense

You will receive your money back within 14 business days after receipt of the goods and quality control, credited to the payment method you used in the shop.

Complaints:

• Please contact us by email at office@lumina-stoffwindeln.at
• Please send us a description of the problem, along with pictures and your invoice.

Together, we will then clarify the problem and the next steps.

If you are unsure about using our products and are therefore considering a return, please take a look at our free online cloth diaper consultation and/or arrange a free 30-minute appointment with Andrea.

• Shop with us for the desired value of your diaper voucher
• After a successful purchase, send us your diaper voucher with all copies by post
• All vouchers are processed once a month, and after receiving the money from the WIWA association, you will also receive your voucher amount back

Please note

• Only Lumina products are eligible for diaper vouchers (XKKO, Ja &Anders, and Ulrich are not).
• Feminine hygiene products are not eligible for diaper vouchers
• Please include your bank details with the diaper voucher so we can transfer your money there.
• Discounted sets are not combinable with the diaper voucher, nor is our newsletter discount

For all further information, please refer to our blog post