The Laundry 



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Tubs. — Although a washing machine maybe used, there should be one 

 or more tubs in a laundry. Stationary tubs are best, even though running 

 water is not available, for some simple method of draining them can be 

 devised. The tubs are better made of porcelain, enameled iron, or alberine 

 stone. Wooden tubs may be more cheaply constructed; but there is 

 danger of the wooden tub becoming unsanitary from careless handling. 



A stationary tub should always be set with regard to the height of the 



Fig. 49. — Laundry equipment in an improvised laundry 



person who is to use it most. Many tubs are set far too low and neces- 

 sitate too much back bending on the part of the operator. 



If stationary tubs are not available, fiber tubs are the best to buy for 

 the laundry, as they are light and easy to care for. Galvanized iron and 

 wooden tubs are cheaper. 



Laundry bench. — The laundry bench for holding tubs should be of the 

 proper height. Most such benches are far too low, involving effort out 

 of proportion to the task to be accomplished. 



Wringer. — A wringer should be a part of the laundry equipment, and 

 the best on the market is always the cheapest. After using a wringer, 



