Choosing Between Powder, Liquid, and Laundry Sheets: What’s Best?

Powder detergent has been widely accepted for decades, and continues to be a common option since it works like a charm and it is inexpensive. It’s particularly effective for hard stains and is best in hot water. But powder can make a mess when measuring, leave residue on clothes and is generally packed in large, space-occupying cardboard boxes.

The liquid detergent conveniently also works well for pre-treating stains and easily dissolves in both hot or cold water. It’s also a favorite of many households for its versatility, but it also tends to come in big plastic bottles that contribute to plastic pollution. Liquids are also a spill waiting to happen, and am I just a mess, or do you find it easy to use too much of them? This can lead to waste and high cost over the long term.

Flash forward to today and laundry sheets not only solve the “less mess” problem, but they’re also easier to take on the go, offer pre-measured doses, and more sustainable, ready to ship packaging. They don’t clutter up junk drawers, make no mess and drastically reduce plastic consumption. Slightly more than regular powders per load, they are convenient beyond belief and sustainable to boot, and are therefore the cream of the crop for anyone who wants to be both effective and environmentally conscious.