How to Make Your Laundry Routine Eco-Friendly
By Wendy
We’re always looking for ways to be eco-friendly indoors, especially when it comes to household chores. So what about laundry? Our weekly routine always includes one or more loads of laundry a week. Are there ways to make doing laundry more eco-friendly? Laundry Enhancer Powder- it naturally and safely neutralizes odors and smells from your laundry that are almost impossible to remove.
One way to be more environmentally friendly with our laundry is to use cold water. Cold water is just as effective as using warm or hot water. Not only is it just as effective, it saves on heating energy, helps prevent shrinking, and keeps clothes from wearing out too quickly.
Another way you can be more eco-friendly with you laundry is the detergent you use. Is there a way to be more eco-friendly with your suds? Try these naturally derived laundry cleaners to get your clothes clean. They’re tough on stains and gentle on sensitive skin.
Seventh Generation Free & Clear Natural 2X Concentrated Laundry Liquid- contains plant-derived cleaning agents to lift dirt without the need to harsh chemical
Ecos Liquid Laundry Detergent from EnviroKlenz cleans a full laundry load only using 1.5ounces, so it’s both economical and eco-friendly
greenworks Laundry Detergent- get clean clothes naturally with plant derived cleaning agents and no harsh chemicals
Seventh Generation Natural Laundry Detergent- a super concentrated detergent, Seventh Generation Natural Laundry Detergent is not only tough on dirt, its biodegradable
Nellie’s All Natural Laundry Soda- no harsh chemicals and hypoallergenic, this tough laundry soda is great for those who want to have naturally clean clothes. All you need is a tablespoon to do even the toughest load of laundry
Or you can make your own laundry soap! Here’s how you can make your own batch of powdered detergent
What you need:
2 cups finely grated soap
1 cup washing soda
1 cup borax
What to do:
Mix all ingredients together and store in an airtight plastic container
Use 2 tablespoons per full load
What are your favorite eco-friendly laundry tips?
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Wendy Yu is a digital marketing professional living in New York City. When she’s not using the power of social media to share ideas on how to be more environmentally friendly, she is exploring the city, trying local foods, and learning more about how she can reduce her carbon footprint.
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