How Do You Select Green Or Eco-Friendly HE Detergents?
Green or Eco-friendly HE detergents can be difficult to find in many stores. If you can’t find products specifically labeled as eco-friendly, a little label reading will offer alternatives. HE or high efficiency washers have been on the market for more than a decade but have become even more popular as consumers are drawn to their water and energy saving capabilities. These washers use 20 to 66 percent less water than traditional agitator washers. Less water means less water to heat and energy use can be 20 to 50 percent less offering long-term savings and environmental benefits. As front-loading machines become more prominent in the United States, more green high-efficiency detergents will be developed and stocked on store shelves. While it is important to purchase detergents specially formulated for HE washers to prevent too many suds and prevent the tumbling action needed for cleaning, you can use 2X green detergents in your HE washer. You just need to use significantly less. I woul
