At first glance, the quick wash cycle on washing machines and dishwashers may seem environmentally friendly. However, in many cases, it’s better not to use it.
When you see the title “Quick Wash Program,” you might think that because of its short duration—just like a quick shower—it would be more environmentally friendly than a regular wash program. However, this is misleading: energy consumption generally increases with short run times. The detergent cannot work effectively in this short time, so the washing machine has to heat the water very quickly. Water consumption is also often higher.
This means that quick rinse programs – both for washing machines and dishwashers – are generally not cheap:
You use more water
They consume more electricity
They are therefore expensive and harmful to the environment.
