High-efficiency washing machines use significantly less water and energy than regular washers, but they also require special detergent. Most major detergent brands offer high-efficiency (HE) laundry ...

Water-saving appliances, like high-efficiency washing machines, are an easy way to help conserve resources—and trim your utility bills, too. What’s more, Consumer Reports has collected ample evidence ...

For starters, let’s explain what it is. HE stands for high efficiency, and HE detergent embodies a very simple—and feel-good—concept. “HE laundry detergent is detergent that has been formulated to be ...

These top-load washers are friendly to the ecosystem and your wallet—plus, they can save time and handle large loads High-efficiency top-load washers have less of an impact on the environment than ...

So you went out and got an HE washer because you love the environment and the energy savings. And you've been feeling pretty good about your choice--using less water and wasting less energy is a good ...

Many of us don’t realize quite how many washing machine options there are—until we have to go shopping for one. Size, style, how to put in clothes, and even detergent, along with an array of different ...

The Samsung WA45N3050AW is part of the Washing Machines test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Top-Load HE Washers models like the WA45N3050AW are rated on multiple criteria, such as ...

These eco-friendly machines can slash your energy bills, save time, and tackle large loads The LG WT7900HBA (shown above left) is one of the best HE top-load washers from our tests, with great ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Front-load washers deliver superior cleaning ...

It’s Monday in South Louisiana and red beans and rice are on the menu of many area restaurants. Why? Because it’s tradition, the day when women usually did the wash while red beans and Sunday’s ...