You are assigned to help Mrs Jones with her laundry and vacuuming. When you try to do Mrs Hone’s laundry, she tells you you’ve used too much soap, even though you have used the correct amount according to the package. She also insists you use cold water, even though the clothes can be washed in warm and her detergent is not recommended for use in cold water. When you bring the clothes up from the dryer, she complains that they are not “really clean”.

Question

You are assigned to help Mrs Jones with her laundry and vacuuming. When you try to do Mrs Hone’s laundry, she tells you you’ve used too much soap, even though you have used the correct amount according to the package. She also insists you use cold water, even though the clothes can be washed in warm and her detergent is not recommended for use in cold water. When you bring the clothes up from the dryer, she complains that they are not “really clean”.

Answer 1

It sounds like Mrs. Jones has specific preferences and expectations when it comes to her laundry. It's important to communicate with her and find a solution that works for both of you.

First, I would politely explain to Mrs. Jones that I followed the instructions on the detergent package and used the recommended amount of soap. I would also mention that her detergent is not recommended for use in cold water, but I am happy to use cold water if that is her preference.

If Mrs. Jones is still not satisfied with the cleanliness of her clothes, I would ask her if there are any specific stains or areas that need extra attention. I could suggest pre-treating stains or using a different detergent to see if that improves the results.

Ultimately, the goal is to make sure Mrs. Jones is happy with the laundry results while also following best practices for cleaning clothes. Communication and flexibility are key in this situation.