![]() (Older detergent formulas didn't dissolve as well in cold water, which was why hot water was suggested for white and light-colored laundry.) Hot water also can offer extra cleaning power, and therefore was considered ideal for especially dirty laundry, including items like pillowcases that have been slept on by a sick person.īut maybe you've been using hot water on your whites for as long as you've done laundry, and old habits die hard. Hot water will have a fading effect over time, which is why cold water was historically recommended for darks and bright colors. ![]()
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