Don’t Shrink Those Clothes!

Have you ever wanted to save time and just throw all of your laundry into the same load and your whites come out looking a dingy gray? Or perhaps you accidentally placed a red shirt in with the whites? Well there are actual rules for laundry. Some are a NO-NO!

Maybe you have wondered, what is the correct temperature for a particular article of clothing?

Hot water offers the most powerful clean, but with that cleaning power comes the risk of shrinkage, fading, and fabric damage. Because it uses significantly more energy, hot water should be reserved for items that truly need deep sanitizing or heavy-duty stain removal.

Cold water is the go-to for preserving fabric integrity and color. Because it’s gentle, it helps prevent shrinking, stretching, and fading, making it ideal for clothes you want to keep looking new as long as possible. It’s also the most energy-efficient option.

Warm water strikes a balance between gentleness and cleaning power, which is why it’s the default setting for many households. This temperature helps dissolve detergent efficiently and is tough enough to remove light to moderate soil without being too harsh on most fabrics.

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