With energy prices as they are, we’re taking a critical look at everything that uses electricity. The washing machine is one of the biggest energy consumers in the home, mainly because heating the water requires a tremendous amount of energy. Washing at 60 or 90 degrees is often not necessary at all, but many people are afraid to wash at lower temperatures because they worry their clothes won’t get clean.
The 30-degree revolution Did you know that washing at 30 degrees uses almost half as much energy as washing at 60 degrees? The modern technology in Lavoa laundry strips has been specially developed to dissolve and activate immediately, even in ice-cold water. While traditional powders often clump at low temperatures, our strips get to work from the very first second.
Save on your clothes and your electricity In addition to lowering your energy bill, washing at lower temperatures is also a blessing for your clothes. Heat damages the fibres in your favourite shirts and trousers, causing them to wear out faster or lose their colour. By combining Lavoa strips with a low temperature, your clothes stay looking like new for longer. Now that’s truly sustainable.
How much can you really save? An average household that consistently lowers the washing machine temperature from 60 to 30 degrees can quickly save between €40 and €60 a year on electricity. Add to that the fact that Lavoa laundry strips cost from €0.16 per wash, and the difference compared with a bottle from the supermarket quickly adds up.
Our tip for fresh laundry: Wash your towels and bedding at 60 degrees occasionally for hygiene, but use the 30-degree setting with a Lavoa strip for all your everyday clothes. Good for the environment, good for your clothes and fantastic for your bank account.
