Frequently Asked Questions

How many nappies do I need?
If you are wanting to do cloth nappies full time you will probably need 30 nappies in your stash. This allows you to use 8-10 per day and allows 1 day for them to dry before needing to use them again.

What inserts should I use?
There are three main types of inserts: Microfiber, Bamboo Cotton blend and Hemp. Each of these have different properties so your combination changes on what you need. I have personally found a combination of bamboo and hemp in a nappy shell for my heavy wetting children to be the best combination.

Why have my inserts started to get holes?

Our bamboo cotton and hemp inserts are made of natural fibres which means that they break down over time. When you are washing them as often as nappies get washed they will break down gradually over time, often appearing to get holes. This is unfortunately a part of what happens with these natural fibres. If they end up with lots of holes you are able to put them in the compost bin and they will continue to break down there.

How often should I wash my nappies?
Clean Cloth Nappies recommends doing a first wash of your nappies daily (especially if you are using night nappies) and then main washing every 2-3 days depending on the size of your machine.