Penny Pincher: Save Money by Being Green!

Simple ways to avoid the money hungry washer and dryer! Enjoy!

Go for Texture

Textured fabrics provide camouflage for dirt and stains much better than flat, shiny weaves. Saving on washing and drying!

Read the Label

Always read the care label before you make an apparel purchase. Does it require hand washing or hot water for cleaning. This all may save you a lot of your time in the long run time you can spend with family and friends instead of the laundry room.

Go for the Cold

Heating water for the washer takes a great deal of energy - about one-third of the energy expenditure per load. Use only cold water, preferably in a high-efficiency washer that opts for low water levels.

Choose the Right Detergent

Select a detergent that works well in cold water Bosistos laundry powder is eco friendly and will work well in cold water. If you are using a high-efficiency top or front-loading washer, be sure that you have an he detergent. Using regular detergent in one of these machines can result in oversudsing, which will actually leave your clothing less clean.

Use Less Detergent

Try using less than the recommended amount and boost the efficiency of any detergent by adding 1/2 cup of baking soda to every load.

Use the Air and Sun

Line dry or air dry clothing to eliminate the use of clothes dryers.