You want to make sure your laundry is as clean as possible. Is warm or hot water always the best choice for this, though? The answer, while it may be surprising, is no. The professionals at Park Avenue Coin Laundry in Dothan, AL, explain. 

Warm water may feel more sanitary, but as it turns out, most detergents on the market these days work equally well in cold water, thanks to new formulations and higher concentrations. It’s uncommon for you to encounter a situation where using cooler water would impact hygiene.

For serious stains, it may feel like hot water is the best way to break them up. In fact, the opposite is true. Certain substances set stains more firmly in warm temperatures. A cold wash is the best way to break these up for good.

What are other benefits to using cold water to wash your clothes? One valuable way this simple step can help is by keeping your favorite outfits longer. Cooler temperatures cause less fading, shrinkage, and wear and tear with each cycle. This means you’ll spend less time and money replenishing your wardrobe.

Aside from the fashion benefits, using cold water to do your laundry is also better for the environment. Heating up water to the programmed temperature requires enough energy to add significantly to the resources a household or business uses. Make the switch to a cool wash, and you’ll not only slash your laundry’s impact on the planet, but you’ll also see a notable drop in energy bills if you wash at home.

Park Avenue Coin Laundry is here for all of your laundry needs, whether you want to wash your clothes yourself or take advantage of their drop-off laundry service. Call the laundromat at (334) 678­-0800, or find out more about the services offered online. They are also available on social media, so like them on Facebook and follow them one Twitter for updates.