Alright, so, by now most people have probably figured this out, but for those future laundry-ers and current ones who keep forgetting which is which, here is a very helpful guide:
Whites = Hot Wash
Colors & Perm. Press & Delicates = Warm Wash
Bright Colors & Woolens = Cold Wash
Typically, you will want to choose Bright Colors for all your loads no matter what the color, especially if you have something like Tide Cold Water as your detergent of choice. Happy washing (and then drying)!
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