Laundry

Make laundry days a breeze with our easy to follow laundry guides. You’ll learn how to remove stains, which detergents to use and more!

What Does “Wash With Like Colours” Mean On Clothes?

What Does “Wash With Like Colours” Mean On Clothes?

When you're doing your laundry and you come across that little tag on your clothes that says "wash with like...
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Can You Wash Black And White Clothes Together?

Can You Wash Black And White Clothes Together?

No, it's not a good idea to wash your black and white clothes together.  Why, you ask? Well, that's what...
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What Is “Mixed Load” On A Washing Machine?

What Is “Mixed Load” On A Washing Machine?

Tired of having to do multiple loads of laundry at once? If yes, then you may want to try the...
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What Colours Can Be Washed Together? (laundry colour guide)

What Colours Can Be Washed Together? (laundry colour guide)

To prevent ruining your clothes, many of us know the general rule: never, ever, wash light-coloured and dark-coloured garments together. ...
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Are Heated Airers Any Good? (and are they worth getting?)

Are Heated Airers Any Good? (and are they worth getting?)

Clothes are always better if dried outdoors on a clothesline. However during our wet and windy winters it’s not often...
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Can A Heated Airer Be Left On Overnight? (is it safe?)

Can A Heated Airer Be Left On Overnight? (is it safe?)

With ever increasing energy bills and bad weather, we’re all looking for more energy efficient ways to dry our clothes....
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Do Heated Airers Cause Damp? (everything you need to know)

Do Heated Airers Cause Damp? (everything you need to know)

Drying laundry in the UK can be problematic with heavy rain showers and damp, cold winds, and that’s only during...
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Heated Airer Vs Tumble Dryer: Which is really best?

Heated Airer Vs Tumble Dryer: Which is really best?

It’s always best to dry your laundry outdoors on a clothesline because it always dries evenly and comes in smelling...
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Is Putting Essential Oils In The Tumble Dryer Safe? (best tips)

Is Putting Essential Oils In The Tumble Dryer Safe? (best tips)

Essential oils have grown in popularity in recent years and with good reason. They’re natural and cause less damage to...
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What Does Vanish Oxi Action Do (how it works & when to use it)

What Does Vanish Oxi Action Do (how it works & when to use it)

If you’ve ever watched TV or even videos on you tube, you’ve probably seen adverts for Vanish Oxi Action. In...
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How Long Do Heated Airers Take To Dry Clothes?

How Long Do Heated Airers Take To Dry Clothes?

Living in the UK where you tell when it’s summer because the rain’s warmer, means we’re always looking for new,...
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What Happens If You Wash Clothes Without Detergent?

What Happens If You Wash Clothes Without Detergent?

Whether you’ve forgotten to add detergent to your washer, you’re thinking of the environment or you’ve simply run out, you're...
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Can You Wash Wool With Shampoo? (read this first!)

Can You Wash Wool With Shampoo? (read this first!)

There are so many myths about wool clothing, most probably spread by manufacturers of synthetic fabrics. You see, wool is...
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Is Putting Essential Oils In The Washing Machine Safe? (best tips)

Is Putting Essential Oils In The Washing Machine Safe? (best tips)

An ever increasing number of people are turning away from conventional laundry products like detergents and fabric softeners. With many...
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How Long Do Towels Take To Dry In A Tumble Dryer? (read this first)

How Long Do Towels Take To Dry In A Tumble Dryer? (read this first)

It can take as little as 15 minutes to dry a single towel in a tumble dryer. However, we said...
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Dehumidifier Vs Tumble Dryer For Drying Clothes: which is better?

Dehumidifier Vs Tumble Dryer For Drying Clothes: which is better?

Living in an area where the weather cannot be relied on to get clothes dry outdoors even during the summer...
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When Should You Use Fabric Softener? (& when shouldn’t you)

When Should You Use Fabric Softener? (& when shouldn’t you)

When most people think of fabric softener, they think about that large plastic container full of that sweet smelling liquid....
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White Clothes Turning Pink In The Washer? (here’s why & what to do)

White Clothes Turning Pink In The Washer? (here’s why & what to do)

If you've ever opened your washing machine to find your once-pristine white clothes have mysteriously turned pink, keep reading.  It's...
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Is Fabric Softener Bad For Workout Clothes / Activewear?

Is Fabric Softener Bad For Workout Clothes / Activewear?

Modern fabrics have moved on and evolved into softer, more comfortable clothes than were made 10 or 20 years ago....
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Why You Shouldn’t Dry Clothes On A Radiator (read this first)

Why You Shouldn’t Dry Clothes On A Radiator (read this first)

When the weather’s bad and there’s no chance of getting your laundry dry outdoors especially during winter months, many will...
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