What's an environmentally-friendly washing machine?

A washing machine is environmentally-friendly when it meets the following 4 criteria:

• Energy label: A or more efficient.
• Build quality: mid-range or high-end.
• Washing quality: mid-range or high-end
• Automatic detergent dosing: always present.

For a washing machine to be called environmentally-friendly, it needs to have an A or more efficient energy label. The lower the energy consumption, the less harmful it is for the environment. Generating energy releases CO2, which causes global warming. That's why you should keep an eye on the energy label when you choose an environmentally-friendly washing machine. The good news is that the current models are even more energy-efficient than 10 years ago. That makes buying an energy-efficient washing machine now a good choice.

In addition to an energy label, an environmentally-friendly washing machine also has a mid-range or high-end build quality. That means the washing machine lasts longer on average than a basic model. An environmentally-friendly washing machine has sturdy parts, like a brushless motor. The washing machine wears less quickly, so it lasts longer before it needs to be replaced. This is better for the environment, because it doesn't require as much new raw materials.

The washing quality of an environmentally-friendly washing machine is either mid-range or high-end. This keeps your laundry good as new for longer. Choose a steam function that reduces wrinkles and freshens up your clothes, for example. This way, you don't have to run a cycle and your shirt will last longer. All environmentally-friendly washing machines have a laundry-care drum that reduces wear. In addition, the load sensor automatically shortens the cycle when you have less laundry. As a result, the cycle doesn't run longer than necessary and you save energy.

And finally, an environmentally-friendly washing machine always has automatic detergent dosing. The washing machine automatically adds the right amount of detergent and fabric softener. This way, you never use too much and the washing machine doesn't need as much water to rinse your laundry. Do you want an environmentally-friendly washing machine? Choose an energy-efficient model with a mid-range or high-end build quality and automatic detergent dosing.

If the washing machine doesn't meet the criteria listed above, it's average or not environmentally-friendly. A washing machine is averagely environmentally-friendly when it doesn't have automatic detergent dosing, but it's still energy-efficient and has a mid-range or high-end build and washing quality. If the washing machine has a basic build quality, we don't call it environmentally-friendly. That's because the washing machine generally won't last as long and won't be energy-efficient.

It's important to note that there's a difference between an environmentally-friendly and an energy-efficient washing machine. An environmentally-friendly model is a more sustainable choice. In addition to an A or more efficient energy label, it also has a mid-range or high-end build and washing quality. Thanks to this, the machine lasts longer too. You can save on detergent as a result of the automatic detergent dosing. An energy-efficient washing machine only has an A or more efficient energy label. For a sustainable choice, go for an environmentally-friendly washing machine that's both energy-efficient and sturdy.