There Might Be a Scary Downside to Fabric Softener Sheets

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69. Use less detergent so that one rinse is necessary OR

Rinse twice. No fabric softener needed and clothes feel and look like new.

We used to have a feature called "water saver" where water was saved in a stationary tub or large steel tub and was sucked back into the washer to use for washing rugs, or presoaking.... no more of that good feature.

We don't have a water shortage problem in Michigan, but I never waste it. Using 2 rinses is better for the environment or one rinse with a cutback in soap and NO softener either way.

Hi efficiency washers, which I just bought, use so little water and detergent that 2 rinses are economical and keep your washer cleaner than with softener to gum up the works. I used 2 rinses with my old regular washer, and was very satisfied with the results. Presoaking dirty items in a bucket or jar for a day with a tablespoon helps clean them without overdoing the detergent.

Our parents used 2 rinses, in large tubs or stationary tubs, or way way long time ago, in streams and rivers. Detergents harden our clothes.