Don’t make this laundry mistake — experts share how much laundry detergent to use for the best wash

Woman pouring washing detergent into a container by the side of a washing machine drum.

I know I’m not alone in using too much laundry detergent each time I put on a wash, and it’s one of the most common laundry mistakes you’re probably making. When dealing with a whole load of dirty laundry, it’s tempting to throw in some extra detergent just for good measure. However, you could be damaging your laundry and your washing machine without realizing it.

So, to understand the issues caused by using too much laundry detergent and then knowing the correct amount to use, I called on cleaning and washing machine experts for their advice, because when you've invested in one of the best washing machines you want to ensure you're using it correctly.