Off Grid Laundry: WonderWash The Laundry Alternative

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  • @an-tm3250
    @an-tm3250 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Castile soap is low sudsing and vinegar in rinse water softens & removes soap. Same principle as washers without agitators.

  • @micajahsmom
    @micajahsmom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I have a 5 gallon bucket and an Amish washer...one of those things that looks like a plunger full of holes. I live in a small apartment and don't like the laundromat in my building so I do all my washing in the bathroom. I also have a clothes drying rack and just hang all my clothes in e bathroom. I'm 72 and it is great exercise for me and saves money. With the coin shortage it works for me.

    • @SharonThorpe-AMSOIL-Dealer
      @SharonThorpe-AMSOIL-Dealer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes, a bucket a plunger and hang in the bathroom. 73 yes here.

  • @bornintheusa1644
    @bornintheusa1644 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Ooh!! First here! I'm looking at getting an off grid washer! Glad you posted this!

  • @allthingselderly
    @allthingselderly 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Now this is a must for anyone. Thanks for sharing this video.

  • @ZombiePilot7
    @ZombiePilot7 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was wanting one of these for years. Now that my regular wash machine has been giving me issues, I had the perfect excuse to buy one. Love it.

  • @HarshmanHills
    @HarshmanHills 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    i have read stories over the years about navy personnel washing their laundry behind small boats. does a great job with the agitation

    • @jamesyoung9072
      @jamesyoung9072 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I am a Navy veteran and spent much time aboard ship at sea and many small boats and I can vouch for what you say. The only catch is that the water you are operating in must be clear and clean, otherwise it doesn't get them clean.

  • @titanpreparedness
    @titanpreparedness 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I remember watching the colony they made a washing machine outta a 55gal on a bicycle. This is a lot smaller and way more portable

    • @brendakrieger7000
      @brendakrieger7000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My son and I loved watching the colony. They came up with good ideas. Be well😊

  • @alishacollins4208
    @alishacollins4208 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This thing is just so vintage and neat looking. I love the colors they have. I'm totally getting one. Now I gotta find something to spin them out, I can't do wringing for my hands hate it haha

    • @SharonThorpe-AMSOIL-Dealer
      @SharonThorpe-AMSOIL-Dealer หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@alishacollins4208 what have you found to wring out the clothes. I've been looking for the old roller type but haven't found one at a reasonable price.

  • @an-tm3250
    @an-tm3250 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for thinking out of the box.

  • @lyndabuchholz1216
    @lyndabuchholz1216 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I wonder if after you drain could you put the lid back on and spin it more and maybe draw more water out that way. oops I posted too soon. You addressed that.

  • @davidchester429
    @davidchester429 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    If you put some white vinegar, some bicarb and some detergent in a bathtub and cover it with water, let it soak for 3 hours and it comes out better than the washing machine

    • @oldtimerlee8820
      @oldtimerlee8820 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Using our on-grid equipment, we've switched from dryer sheets to white vinegar as our fabric softener. Baking Soda and white vinegar both have a lot of cleaning power and a 1,001 uses. If possible, use the mentioned products in a laundry sink, along with a washboard is our choice of backup / off-grid laundry options. Much easier on my back than a bathtub. Yet, the tub is a good option when washing things that don't fit a laundry sink. Some types of bedding, for example.

    • @manuelr.knippingreynoso1371
      @manuelr.knippingreynoso1371 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good advice, with actual facts,👍🏽 from S. I. NYC 🇺🇸💪🏾

  • @ballisticcoefficientdepend9811
    @ballisticcoefficientdepend9811 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That is absolutely awesome! Where I live, there are always problems with the water drainage, and this sure beats the 5 gallon bucket with a plunger hack. So glad you showed this, it's the next thing on my list! Stay safe out there, and God bless!

  • @flipflopping
    @flipflopping 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have one of these, and I had no idea that it uses pressure build-up to remove dirt.
    That's why I watch your videos....I learn something new all the time.

  • @nmr6988
    @nmr6988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like it! In grad school I washed my clothes in the bathtub with a plunger. It worked great for clothes. I had a laundry line that ran the length of the tub for drying. I took towels and sheets to the laundromat.

  • @Decentralized_Maze
    @Decentralized_Maze 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Always wanted one of these. Thanks for picking this type to buy and review! It's a perfect emergency prep and off-griding tool. 👍

  • @rneedham667
    @rneedham667 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm going to get one in a couple of weeks. Thanks for the demonstration!

  • @kittycato2023
    @kittycato2023 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My cousins used this fir camping in tge 1970s. Its been around firever

    • @Iridium242
      @Iridium242  หลายเดือนก่อน

      A time tested product. Works well!

  • @TheBettagurl
    @TheBettagurl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I personally only use 1 or 1.5 tablespoons of detergent ... i love how it washes.. we do have a front loader that my mom uses but I love how this gets them cleaner it seems to me

  • @reynamarie181
    @reynamarie181 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just brought this today after seeing your video! I had previously brought a washboard but this seems way easier and I’m excited for it to arrive! Thanks for the recommendation!

  • @pamelaconley9744
    @pamelaconley9744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I live in a four plex and our washer broke down. The landlord had to bring us a new one. I purchased one of these for prepper use. I used it until our new washer hot here. I used some towels and wrung out the clothing. Our dryer was okay so I used it. I did a little TH-cam video on it too. I like it alot!

  • @gmc8810
    @gmc8810 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice for the price its worth a try. I wash hand towels and t shirts in my sink anyways. I use the laundry mat for large loads. Thanks!

  • @RCWB74
    @RCWB74 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    British Troops used Small Portable Cement Mixers In some FOB/PB locations in Afghanistan to wash clothes - Pretty much the same system of a Washing Machine: Add water from Bottles of water that gets warm/hot as standard in the Afghan Heat, Dhobi Dust, Turn On and Wash away! 👍🏼👍🏼🤣

  • @4kids3cats85
    @4kids3cats85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    These have a difficult time doing/fitting jeans. I gave up on using them for any pants. The small size is really my only big complaint with them. I do like the new drain, tho.

  • @deec5420
    @deec5420 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A person with mechanical aptitude could make one out of PVC and a big jug. I use a plunger and sit in the shower on a shower chair, and plunge in a 5 gal bucket or plastic dishpan. The rinse cycle is the shower head in the bucket or pan while I plunge. My ideal man powered machine would be with a bike geared to rotate a washer in lieu of motor turning the belts. Unfortunately can't have one where I am now.

    • @SharonThorpe-AMSOIL-Dealer
      @SharonThorpe-AMSOIL-Dealer หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@deec5420 yep right there with you.
      My problem is blankets.
      What are you doing?

  • @contentment164
    @contentment164 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    $58 is much cheaper than the $80 one we found at Lehmans last year...Thanks, George!!

  • @coloradopackratprepper
    @coloradopackratprepper 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool you actually show it workin!!!!!💞💞💞💞😸😸😸😸

  • @KaylynnStrain
    @KaylynnStrain 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very cool item, been looking at several hand washers for my apartment

    • @debbiekerr3989
      @debbiekerr3989 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm also looking for a hand washer for my apartment, and this looks like a great option.

  • @SunGodAmun
    @SunGodAmun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I live part time in camper van. Bucket cost me 3 bucks at walmart to wash my clothes lol

    • @wuestion9473
      @wuestion9473 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got blisters washing by hand in a bucket. And a bucket doesn’t make pressure.

  • @Mariepr28
    @Mariepr28 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm trying to get this because the hurricane season, but shipping is si expensive to Puerto Rico. 🤷🏽‍♀️

  • @anitasnider8494
    @anitasnider8494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's Awesome!!

  • @454pakr
    @454pakr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    WHAT! You better get a new, BIG washing machine!

  • @ProudKansan08
    @ProudKansan08 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the demo. I don't understand the 9 thumbs down? Scratching and shaking my head in disbelief.

  • @MrsPumpkinCat
    @MrsPumpkinCat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the previous version with the screw lid. I’m not spending more money, but that new lid would be nice to have.

  • @brendakrieger7000
    @brendakrieger7000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Neat product, thanks for sharing

  • @SharonThorpe-AMSOIL-Dealer
    @SharonThorpe-AMSOIL-Dealer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wish it had pedals and easy exercise while pedaling clean my clothes.

    • @Iridium242
      @Iridium242  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That would be cool!

  • @ferebeefamily
    @ferebeefamily 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the video.

  • @kittycato2023
    @kittycato2023 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks fir tge vudeo. Can you shiw us the solar washer?

    • @Iridium242
      @Iridium242  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes I can but it will take me a little bit to get it on the list.

  • @guyztruth4593
    @guyztruth4593 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do you have a link to solar washer that you mentioned? I would like to check it out. Thanks!

    • @Iridium242
      @Iridium242  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah I think this is the one I was talking about in the video
      th-cam.com/video/QZiqJf11Yto/w-d-xo.html

  • @davidadkison4702
    @davidadkison4702 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I had one and it worked great until the plastic handle broke and I couldn’t use it anymore.

  • @TexasScout
    @TexasScout 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I cannot believe these things vary in price from $80 all the way to $180, that’s ridiculous

    • @Iridium242
      @Iridium242  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah just saw that too, when I got it it was 58 bucks, what the heck!

  • @oldtimerlee8820
    @oldtimerlee8820 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A FWIW...... This may be OK for a few pieces of clothing, maybe underwear, socks, a couple of shirts, as you demonstrated. However, doesn't appear to be big enough to wash bedding, work uniforms, bath robes & towels and so on. Can't see anyone, who, routinely has to do the full range range of laundry, nor the time needed to do so many small batches when washing what will fit, in it. Especially when there's a family of 3+ people. While there are many options, I prefer something similar to what my mother did on our PRE-grid farm. She used a washboard, wash tubs and a castiron washpot to heat water & to boil applicable items. Instead of galvanized washtubs, I prefer a utility/laundry sink and a washboard. (Still have her wash tubs, washpot and flatirons.)
    Again, FWIW.... I have a single bowl utility sink in our laundry room and a double bowl version on our back porch. Two bowls makes washing and rinsing a whole lot easier. A single or double bowl version can be setup anywhere that a garden hose will reach and/or where a Radio Flyer style wagon with 2 5-gallon buckets can be pulled. With applicable adapters, a Y washing machine hose or 2 single washing machine hoses can be connected to a garden hose. Drain can be as simple as 1 or 2 5 gallon buckets or using traditional plumbing fittings to empty into a gray water drain or a sump pump drain hose.
    I have 2 full size washboards, a glass version ordered from Columbus Washboard Co and a metal one purchased from a farm/feed/seed store many years ago. Also have the size that fits a 5 gal plastic bucket. Don't remember the source as it was purchased in 1984, when we bought a home with a utility/room.
    Just did a quick check.... Washboards for sale for around $25 and up. Utility sink around $60-$70 and up, before plumbing costs.
    As a part of our setup, if/when the grid goes down, also have a goodly supply of laundry soap bars, white vinegar (alternative to fabric softener sheets that we've already quit using), a reel clothes line for our back porch (use it now for anything I don't want in our electric dryer), a goodly supply of clothes pins, and a clothes pin bag.
    As each person's circumstances are different, I'm sure this little hand cranked washer would be the ideal solution for some folks. Definitely a good-to-know-about, so each can choose what will work best for them. Thanks, muchly, for sharing this option.

    • @denisepinet9472
      @denisepinet9472 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wash towels in mine but only one big one at a time.

  • @rivershere01
    @rivershere01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is cool but not reasonable for a family of 5 haha.

  • @ATruckCampbell
    @ATruckCampbell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hook it up to a bicycle.

  • @cornelius9836
    @cornelius9836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anyone use this full time?

  • @hummybee7484
    @hummybee7484 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you wash adult winter coat in this ?

    • @Iridium242
      @Iridium242  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes but it would be the only thing you were washing in it, its not a huge unit but its bigger than expected.

    • @hummybee7484
      @hummybee7484 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you

  • @SunGodAmun
    @SunGodAmun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Does it cost $500? 🤣

  • @sadams5945
    @sadams5945 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    1st