How Do You Use Regular Laundry Detergent In Front Load Washer?
Front load washers are a favorite machine for various reasons, but they have a few quirks that must be understood if they are to work properly. One is what appears to be the required use of high-efficiency (HE) laundry detergent. Special detergent is suggested because front load washers use less water and therefore don’t handle suds as well, so it’s important to reduce the amount of suds. HE laundry detergent accomplishes this. Unfortunately HE laundry detergent is more expensive. The good news is that with proper care, you can use regular or homemade laundry detergent with front load washing machines. Reduce the amount of laundry detergent. Many consumers have found that only a tbsp. to 1/4 cup of regular laundry detergent is needed in front load washers. The amount needed varies depending on the hardness or softness of the water and water temperature, with soft water and hot water requiring less detergent than hard and cold water. Add vinegar or fabric softener to the wash. Both vine
