What Temperature Should You Wash Clothes At?

Washing temperature affects colour, shrinking and how clean clothes get.

30 degrees

Good for most everyday clothes, dark colours, hoodies and printed tees.

40 degrees

Works for cotton items that need more cleaning, and mixed loads.

60 degrees

For bedding, towels and heavily soiled whites, if the label allows.

Always check the label

The symbol shows the maximum temperature.

Cooler is kinder

Cool washes protect colour and fit. See why hoodies shrink.

Quick answers

Is 30 enough to clean?

For normal wear, yes with modern detergent.

Does hot kill bacteria?

Hotter helps but is not always needed.

What about sweaty gym clothes?

30 to 40 with a good detergent.

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