Comparing a Regular HE Laundry Detergent vs. an HE Detergent
When it comes to laundry detergent, many consumers are offered the choice between a regular non-HE (High Efficiency) detergent, and an HE detergent. The difference between the two can be confusing to understand. But there are significant differences when it comes to using non-HE and HE detergents that need to be considered before choosing the right laundry detergent for you. Regular laundry detergents are lower sudsing and contain more detergent than HE detergents. This means that regular laundry detergents are usually formulated for agitator washers, which produce a larger amount of lather and agitation. Because of this, using regular laundry detergent in an HE washer can result in an excessively sudsy wash that might not be as effective in actually cleaning your clothes and can damage or wear out your HE washer.On the other hand, HE detergents are designed to create fewer suds and use less overall detergent. This makes them suitable for use with high efficiency washers that use less water for a Faster, More efficient wash. HE detergents can also help remove deep stains without causing excessive wear and tear on your machines or creating an abundance of suds.In conclusion, it's important to understand the differences between the two types of detergents when selecting the right one for your needs. Regular detergent is designed for traditional agitator washers, while HE detergents are formulated for use in High-Efficiency washers, which use less water and create fewer suds for a more efficient wash.
Using the wrong detergent in either machine could result in an ineffectivewash, and can even damage your washer over time.