I am using a liquid detergent and I use exactly the half of the detergent they say I should use. If a the washing machine requires 1 cup, I do half. Mostly because I don’t trust the company to put me over their interests.

Now, what will happen? Will my clothes end up staying dirty? Will it not remove stains which a full cup would have removed? Will surfexcel kidnap me and torture me for not obeying their commands? Help meeee!!

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Switch to powder, your wallet will thank you.

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Switched from powder to liquid actually, powder wouldnt mix and leave residue, liquid is kinda easier

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How much you need depends entirely on the hardness of your water.

If half a serving is enough to get your clothes smelling clean, then you’re using enough.

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Too little and your clothes will be exposed to more friction, causing things to get pulled and rubbed more.

My newer LG with a mobile app once scolded me for using too much.

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Wait, how does the detergent affect friction?

That just sounds wrong

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Mix some in water and feel it.

They work by getting between the fabric and the “grime” and lifting it off. Also something to do with surface tension.

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That’s a bit thin, is a lot like 'it’s totally true, bro, just try it. Anecdotal arguments.

I need some fluid dynamics here

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The detergent goblin takes them, as you haven’t provided the right payment.

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Help me oh kind wizard, I do not want to die.

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Throw in some extra socks next time. He’ll take them as tribute and leave your other clothes.

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I always use less detergent and add some vinegar.

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