Why You Shouldn't Wash Clothes at 40 Degrees: Understanding the Mistakes
Many people are used to setting the machine to the standard forty-degree temperature when washing.
This is certainly convenient, but the fact is that this temperature regime is not suitable for all things.
If you load synthetic or cotton items into the machine, then there are no problems. However, the labels of many wardrobe items indicate a recommended washing mode of 30 degrees.
This is due to the fact that today almost all high-quality washing powders can effectively remove dirt at these same 30 degrees.
In addition, we save on energy if we do not unnecessarily heat the water by 10 degrees more.
It is also worth knowing that washing at a lower temperature helps reduce wear and tear on fabrics, which means the lifespan of clothing increases.
Besides, it should not be forgotten that some fabrics cannot be washed at temperatures above 30 degrees. For example, natural wool and silk.
If you send them to forty degrees, you can simply ruin the product (wool will lose its shape, silk will lose its excellent appearance).
Items with embroidery and appliqués should also be washed carefully (at 30 degrees).
But sometimes you need to wash at a temperature above 40 degrees. This is when there are heavy dirt and ingrained stains on the items. 60 degrees, even 90 degrees are acceptable.
However, in order not to take risks, you need to take into account the manufacturer's recommendations on the label, which also indicates the desired washing temperature for a given item.
