Is it OK to hand wash the majority of my clothes?

I lived in the Dominican Republic for two years and the women I knew wouldn't wash their clothes in a machine because they thought it didn't clean them well enough. If you have the energy, more power to you.

Well it depends on what type of work you do, because if clothes are contaminated with chemicals like exterminating pesticides, I would use a machine verses hand wash, to make sure all residues are removed. Some chemicals have to go thru temperature to kill bacteria and viruses.

When I was younger I use to wash my clothes by hand. Never had any problems, gave me some form of exercise. The only problem, is if you are allergic to some soaps it may cause your hands to dry or peel, so if you have sensitive skin I recommend either using gloves or do the lazy thing, use a machine. But the exercise washing slothes by hands is really great.

I think Yes that it probably is. Just make sure you dont use anything that might hurt it. Hope this helps! Also just look on the tags and it will tell you more information about hot or cold water. Again hope this helps you!! Tori

owh well there is no prolem at all with that shoot i say as long as your clothing is clean then it shouldnt matter your good dont worry about it

Nope, you are fine hand washing, and your clothes will probably last longer.

The only health concern that I could see would be heavier materials that might not dry quick enough. It could also be drying to your skin so where those yellow kitchen gloves. They even make special detergents for hand washing. I used to wash my work clothes by hand when I couldn't make to the laundry mat.

No, but there's more of a health hazard when you wash them in the community washing machines. You never know what goes in there...vomit, pee, dog poo...God only knows! You're better off handwashing everything!

That's fine.