Washing powder for real nappies

[Undiscovered]

Trying to be good. Does anyone know of a good washing powder that isn't bad for the environment (or not too bad!) and work on real nappies. Always been told Ecover is a no no for nappies. Currently using Surcare but interested if others have found a god one. Ideally want one to use on everything, rather than a separate one for nappies. Ta

[cazbee]

We use Bio-D washing powder which we buy in bulk 12.5kg boxes a few times a year. I switched to it mainly because my son and I have sensitive skin and it doesn't have any perfume or cause irritation. It washes really well at low temperatures. I also use Bio D laundry bleach and find this very effective on coloured clothes and to revive grey looking whites. Can you tell I'm currently in nesting mode awaiting baby number 2? Never thought I would be so enthusiastic about laundry detergent!

Here is a link to where I get it from.

http://www.biggreensmile.com/products/bio-d-washing-powder-12-5kg/bdwash125.aspx?productid=bdwash125

[etta166]

What's wrong with Ecover? I was recommended to use the non-bio Ecover with my nappies and haven't ever had any problems. I also use a germicide like Napisan or Miofresh as well. I'll change detergents if Ecover isn't really that good for the nappies...

[Convex]

I use mio fresh plus a tiny bit of my normal detergent

[Undiscovered]

Sorry Etta - I don't know what's wrong with it - maybe nothing?!? I was told it invalidated some nappy guarantees as it builds up in your nappies. That's not my experience, and can't remember who told me! Don't take me word for it though - could be speaking rubbish

[sanity girl]

Daz plus a scoop of miofresh worked best for me. Only a v small amount of daz though- 1-2 tablespoons depending on load. I seem to remember that Ecover doesn't rinse out so well - if you search on a nappy forum like clothnappytree you'll find an explanation