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!

Is Fabric Softener Bad For Polyester?

Is Fabric Softener Bad For Polyester?

More and more of our clothes nowadays are made from polyester or a polyester blend. Polyester is popular because it...
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What Happens If You Wash White Clothes And Dark Clothes Together?

What Happens If You Wash White Clothes And Dark Clothes Together?

Washing your white clothes together with your dark clothes might seem like a time-saving idea, but what happens when you...
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Is Fabric Softener Bad For Wool?

Is Fabric Softener Bad For Wool?

One of the first rules of washing clothes is never use fabric softener on woollens. There are several reasons for...
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How Long Will A 30 Degree Wash Take? (here’s what you need to know)

How Long Will A 30 Degree Wash Take? (here’s what you need to know)

The 30 degree C wash cycle on a washing machine is usually a short cycle. In many cases it is...
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Does Putting An Ice Cube In The Tumble Dryer Take Out Wrinkles?

Does Putting An Ice Cube In The Tumble Dryer Take Out Wrinkles?

If you're dreading the thought of ironing wrinkled clothes, you're not alone. Ironing can be time-consuming and, let's be honest,...
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Is Fabric Softener Bad For Underwear?

Is Fabric Softener Bad For Underwear?

Fabric softener is bad for your underwear and not only your underwear, it’s bad for your health, your clothes and...
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How Long Will A 40 Degree Wash Take? (here’s what you need to know)

How Long Will A 40 Degree Wash Take? (here’s what you need to know)

All washing machines are different but the average duration of a 40 degree C wash cycle is around 1.5 to...
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Is Fabric Softener Bad For Denim / Jeans?

Is Fabric Softener Bad For Denim / Jeans?

We all have a favourite pair of jeans that we wear as often as we can. There’s currently a debate...
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How Long Will A 60 Degree Wash Take? (here’s what you need to know)

How Long Will A 60 Degree Wash Take? (here’s what you need to know)

The average duration of a 60 degree C wash cycle is around 2.5 to 3 hours. It all depends on...
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Is Fabric Softener Bad For Bedding? (& is there something better?)

Is Fabric Softener Bad For Bedding? (& is there something better?)

Whichever type of sheets you have on your bed, nothing beats getting into freshly laundered sheets at the end of...
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How Long Will A 90 Degree Wash Take? (here’s what you need to know)

How Long Will A 90 Degree Wash Take? (here’s what you need to know)

Depending on the make and model machine you own, a 90 degree C wash can take anywhere between 2.5 to...
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Is Fabric Softener Bad For Baby Clothes? (use these instead!)

Is Fabric Softener Bad For Baby Clothes? (use these instead!)

It never ceases to amaze us just how many clothes a baby needs, it’s not really so surprising when you...
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What’s The Best Washing Machine Settings For Towels

What’s The Best Washing Machine Settings For Towels

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of wrapping yourself in a soft fluffy towel after having a shower or bath....
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How Long Does The Quick Wash Cycle Take? (and what it’s for)

How Long Does The Quick Wash Cycle Take? (and what it’s for)

All washing machines have a quick wash cycle of one sort or another. Depending on the make and model of...
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How To Add Essential Oils To Your Laundry (for best results)

How To Add Essential Oils To Your Laundry (for best results)

The detergent industry is always introducing new and improved products that always seem to include an ever increasing amount of...
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Bio Vs Non-Bio Laundry Detergent: What’s the difference?

Bio Vs Non-Bio Laundry Detergent: What’s the difference?

If you’ve ever looked along the detergent shelves in your local supermarket, you’ll be aware of just how many different...
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Retractable Washing Line Sagging? Here’s how to make it tight again

Retractable Washing Line Sagging? Here’s how to make it tight again

Nothing beats the convenience of a retractable washing line – it keeps your yard neat and organised while giving your...
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Is It Bad To Underload Your Washing Machine?

Is It Bad To Underload Your Washing Machine?

Doing laundry does not have to be complicated. However, there are rules you need to follow if you want to...
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What Is A “Small Load” Of Laundry?

What Is A “Small Load” Of Laundry?

Determining small items is easy in our day-to-day lives. Coins, hairpins, bracelets – just to name a few, all these...
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How To Stop Clothes Wrinkling In The Washing Machine (best tips)

How To Stop Clothes Wrinkling In The Washing Machine (best tips)

When your clothes get put in the washing machine, there are times when they’ll look wrinkly and creasy. Unfortunately, wearing...
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