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Green Works laundry detergent

I’ve wanted to switch to a more natural, green laundry detergent for a while now, but it’s always been so expensive, and since I use it often, just hasn’t been a luxury we could afford! Until now, that is…

Green Works is making it a little easier to save green, while going green! To help consumers make switching to green cleaners in the laundry room a no-brainer, they’ve permanently slashed the price of Green Works laundry detergent (the 45oz bottle) to $6.99 from $9.99 at retailers everywhere. That’s a 30% markdown, just in time to help combat summer-time laundry like beach towels, play clothes, etc.

I love holding up a bunch of freshly-done laundry to my nose and smelling… nothing. That’s my idea of clean. This is why I typically reach for fragrance-free detergents, so I was pleased with the Green Works Free & Clear laundry detergent. I’ve been using it for the past week. My grocery store only had this variety in stock, but it also comes in Original and Lavender scents.

Green Works laundry detergent is a “naturally derived” laundry detergent that is made with natural, plant-based cleaning ingredients. It’s made by Clorox, but is dermatologist tested and safe for sensitive skin. It’s also safe on colors, of course. :) There’s not much more you can say about laundry detergent, is there? It left our clothes clean, comes in a small bottle, which I love, and now that the price has gone down, is much more affordable!

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BUY IT!

Available in 30-load and 60-load bottles, Green Works can be found at retailers nationwide. Click on Where to Buy to see if it’s available at a store near you.

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Win a summer’s supply of Green Works laundry detergent! That’s two bottles, for a total of 60 loads. To enter, please leave your favorite laundry tip in a comment.

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I received coupons for two free bottles of Green Works laundry detergent. Green Works is also providing the giveaway prize. Contest ends July 20th, 2010 11:59 pm EST. US entries only, one person per household. Leave a separate comment per entry & a valid email address. Winner, chosen at random, has 3 days to claim their prize.

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196 Comments

  1. I’m an email subscriber, coriwestphal at msn dot com.
    Cori Westphal´s last [type] ..WINNER of the CSN Stores 60 GC!!

  2. I wash my colored clothing in cold water and follow manufacturer’s line level instead of filling it to the top like I used to.

  3. I love to use cold water with all my wash, however, I do make exceptions for my husband’s whites.

  4. Line dry in the summertime. It’s good for the environment and your wallet.

  5. Have seperate laundry baskets for whites and colors. You won’t have to sort clothing before washing anymore.

  6. My best tip is that you don’t always need detergent. It is agitation that cleans. I use detergent for my clothes that have stains, smells or is soiled.

  7. tip- Only use 1/2 to 3/4 of the recommended laundry detergent it will clean just as well, I’ve found that out by trial and error.Save yourself come money

  8. I’m subscribed.

  9. Line dry.
    lisa´s last [type] ..Stay tuned!

  10. I subscribe.
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  11. I line dry when the weather is nice and wash my clothes in cold water.

  12. My favorite tip: cut your dryer sheets in half! Does the job just as well as a full sheet and saves money!!

    My mom recently gave me a sample of Green Works detergent and I really liked it. Haven’t been to the store to see the cost, though, so it was nice to read in your review.

    Thanks for the chance! mybabyblessings [at] gmail [dot] com
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  13. use less detergent and cut the dryer sheets in half. everything last longer and smells just as good. if you try the arm and hammer laundry sheets you won’t need softner extra.

  14. We cut our dryer sheets in half and our front loader works much better than a top loader. Your colse last longer

  15. Use tennis balls in the dryer to help get the wrinkles out!

  16. Always pretreat stains. It will save so much time with your laundry.

  17. Already subscribe via email.

  18. When I have stubborn stains, I use both Shout and Zout on them, and let garment air dry after washing to make sure stain is gone before washing again. Sometimes the stains slowly disappear after the garment has been hanging for a week.

  19. Tip-
    Just do it! Oh- and sort first!
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  20. I subscribe in Google reader
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  21. I follow you on twitter as rsmc1
    and http://twitter.com/rsmc1/status/19020482232

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  22. My laundry tip is this: don’t fall behind. I get so far behind that I’m literally drowning in laundry.

  23. My best tip is to try to do a load every day so it doesn’t become overwhelming!

  24. I’m an rss subscriber

  25. i do not let the laundry get piled up, i do a load about once a day when i get a full loads worth

  26. rss feed subscriber

  27. I add vinegar to the rinse when washing my shower curtain liner to help keep it fresh.

  28. Thanks for the giveaway…our favorite laundry tip is to pre-soak whenever possible, preferably overnight if time permits !

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  29. Subscribed via RSS.

  30. Following you via Twitter: @brianpiero

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  31. Dryer balls really help cut time thanks for the chance

  32. i subscribe to your blog

  33. Use only cold water.

  34. I use the fabric softener sheet to clean the lint out of the lint trap in the dryer. Thanks for the giveaway!

  35. RSS feed subscriber (Google Reader)

  36. hang your clothes outside to dry it saves time and money

  37. Lights+ Darks, save money= less water.

  38. Remember to empty the lint filter in the dryer.

  39. I follow you on twitter and I tweeted.
    http://twitter.com/ncschools/status/19046490619

  40. I subscribe to your feed.

  41. add vinegar to the rinse ty.