Can I use regular detergent in a front load washer?
Front load washing machines greatly differ from that of top load washing machines. One of their screaming differences is the choice of detergent. In front load washers, it is highly suggested to use HE detergents or high efficiency detergents. Many people ask why there is a need to use HE detergents. Why not just use regular detergent? There is no stopping you from using regular soap for your front loader but I have to say that would be suicide for your machine. A front load washer has different washing cycles compared to top loaders. Unlike the latter, the former has more friction in its functions. It therefore easily produces soap suds. Regular soaps easily produce soaps suds even though you only use a meager amount of it. When too much soap suds appear in your washing machine, it can confuse your front loader. The functions will mess up in the long run. In addition to this, it may lead to the improper rinsing of your clothes. Also, if you use regular detergent for front loading wash
