Can I use normal detergent in my top loading washing machine?

Not really, because regular detergents are not meant to be used with washing machines. You should always use the detergent recommended by the manufacturer. Let me give brief idea on Washing Machine first. While buying a washing machine, we always ... read more

You may use high-efficiency detergent in your top or front loading washing machine. You should not use regular detergent in your front loading machine or any machine that says that it requires high-efficiency. High efficiency detergent creates less suds which helps a high-efficiency washing machine operate properly without problems. read more

For standard or regular top load washers that use many more gallons of water, use around one-fourth cup of high-efficiency laundry detergent for a regular sized load of laundry. If you have automatic dispensers in your standard top load washer, review the amount of detergent that you normally add to the dispenser. read more