![]() We use stains that are exceedingly hard to remove so that we can detect real differences among products. To test detergents, our engineers launder fabric swatches that are saturated with blood, body oil, chocolate, coffee, dirt, grass and salad dressing. So our test engineers recently put laundry sheets from six brands-Earth Breeze, ECOS, Ecowise, Kind, Sheets Laundry Club, and True Earth-to the test. But do they clean your clothes as well as liquid detergents, pods, or packs?ĬR has long tested and rated liquid detergents, pods and packs. So laundry sheets can lighten the load on our recycling bin and on the environment. According to the most recent EPA data, 14.5 million tons of plastic containers and packaging were generated in 2018, making up 5 percent of municipal solid waste. “This leaves less of an environmental footprint than the plastic jugs that liquid detergent and plastic containers pods or packs come in.” ![]() “They generally use cardboard packaging, and because they are concentrated and without water, the package can be small,” says Rich Handel, Consumer Reports’ laundry expert. Laundry sheets also eliminate the need for all those plastic bottles. ![]() The latest green "solution" is laundry sheets-liquidless detergents designed as eco-friendly alternatives to chemical-laden bottle detergents that pollute our streams, landfills, and at times, even our clothes. So it’s not surprising that consumers are rethinking their use of liquid laundry detergents and going in search of alternatives that will save water, energy, waste, and stress on Mother Earth. That’s not counting the plastic detergent-bottle kettlebells we struggle to lift off shelves. If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container.Every time we do laundry, we’re dumping chemicals, microfibers, and gallons of water down the drain. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with water. Ingredients: Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate (plant-derived cleaning agent), Fatty Alcohol Polyglycol Ether (biodegradable grease remover), Polyvinyl Alcohol (biodegradable polymer), Deionized WaterĪdditional Information: Keep out of reach of children. The strips themselves will completely dissolve during the wash cycle. ![]() For extra-large loads, like bedding, use 2-3 sheets.Įnd of Life: The packaging for these laundry detergent sheets can be composted industrially or in a home composting container.Use 1 sheet for a regular sized load of laundry. ![]() How to Use: Safe for front load, top load, and hand washing. Unscented: W e recommend using our unscented detergent sheets if you have a sensitivity to fragrance or like to add your own essential oils during the dry cycle. Say goodbye to those heavy, messy, single-use plastic bottles of laundry detergent and say hello to an easier, cleaner way to do your laundry.ĭid You Know? 900 million plastic jugs of laundry detergent are thrown away each year! Most of these detergents don't biodegrade and contaminate our waterways and environment with harmful ingredients.įresh Linen Scent: O ur fresh linen scented, hypoallergenic detergent sheets will have your laundry smelling as clean and refreshed as your new plastic-free laundry routine! These sheets are a sustainable, lightweight, and mess-free alternative to liquid detergent. Our detergent sheets are vegan, cruelty-free, and 100% plant based. Refresh and simplify your laundry routine with our Laundry Detergent Sheets. ![]()
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