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 Is Water Balance Plus Sensor On Indesit Washing Machines? (Water Balance+)

What Is Water Balance Plus Sensor On Indesit Washing Machines? (Water Balance+)

If you've come across the term "Water Balance Plus Sensor" or "Water Balance+" while shopping for washing machines, you might...
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Washing Machine Drawer Compartments Explained (with drawer symbols)

Washing Machine Drawer Compartments Explained (with drawer symbols)

If you've opened up your washing machine's drawer and seen a bunch of compartments, and you aren't sure what goes...
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What Temperature Is Considered A “Warm Wash”?

What Temperature Is Considered A “Warm Wash”?

Most of us have become converted to the 30 degree wash cycle because with the introduction of modern detergents we...
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What Temperature Do Colours Run At? (the full guide)

What Temperature Do Colours Run At? (the full guide)

It is safe to assume that to prevent colours from running, you need to use a cold or cool wash...
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What Temperature Is Best To Wash Cotton At? (& how to dry it)

What Temperature Is Best To Wash Cotton At? (& how to dry it)

People have been wearing clothes made from cotton for many years, and for good reason, it’s soft and as it...
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What Temperature Is Best To Wash Newborn Clothes At?

What Temperature Is Best To Wash Newborn Clothes At?

The short answer is the lowest temperature possible, but there’s way more to it than that. In this article we...
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Is A 15 Minute Wash Cycle Enough To Clean Clothes? (when & how to use it)

Is A 15 Minute Wash Cycle Enough To Clean Clothes? (when & how to use it)

The quick wash cycle is generally the fastest wash cycle on an automatic washing machine. It is enough to wash...
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What Temperature Is Best To Wash Black Clothes At? (& how to stop them fading)

What Temperature Is Best To Wash Black Clothes At? (& how to stop them fading)

Whilst it’s important to get whites, white, it’s just as important to keep black and dark coloured clothing as close...
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What Temperature Is Best To Wash White Clothes At?

What Temperature Is Best To Wash White Clothes At?

Keeping white clothes white can be challenging especially if you wash them at the wrong temperature. This is made even...
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Is 40 Degrees A “Cold Wash”? (when & how to use it)

Is 40 Degrees A “Cold Wash”? (when & how to use it)

The short answer is no, a 40 degree wash cycle is not a cold wash. It is generally considered as...
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Is 20 Degrees A “Cold Wash”? (when & how to use it)

Is 20 Degrees A “Cold Wash”? (when & how to use it)

 Many washing machine manufacturers consider 30 degrees to be a cold wash. This means that 20 degrees is definitely a...
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What Temperature Is Best To Wash Clothes At? (& when to use each)

What Temperature Is Best To Wash Clothes At? (& when to use each)

There are so many options now when it comes to using the washing machine. With so many programmes, cycles and...
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What Temperature Do You Wash Net Curtains At? (& how to dry them after)

What Temperature Do You Wash Net Curtains At? (& how to dry them after)

You’d be surprised at just how much dirt gets absorbed by net curtains. After just a few weeks nets can...
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Is It Better To Wash At 60 Or 40C? (with examples)

Is It Better To Wash At 60 Or 40C? (with examples)

One way we can reduce our energy bills and our carbon footprint is by reducing the temperature that we wash...
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Is It Better To Wash At 30 Or 40C? (with examples)

Is It Better To Wash At 30 Or 40C? (with examples)

With so many wash programmes on modern washing machines, deciding which setting to use can be difficult. Even more confusing...
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Using Low Wash Temperatures? (what you must know about cold water washes)

Using Low Wash Temperatures? (what you must know about cold water washes)

We’re all told we need to reduce our carbon footprint nowadays which has led to washing machine manufacturers developing cooler...
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What Temperature Is A Cold Wash? (here’s what you need to know)

What Temperature Is A Cold Wash? (here’s what you need to know)

It’s great if you have items of clothing that need a cold wash because using a cold wash saves on...
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Is 30 Degrees A “Cold Wash”? (when & how to use it)

Is 30 Degrees A “Cold Wash”? (when & how to use it)

In the UK a 30 degree C wash cycle is considered to be a cold wash cycle. Many modern washing...
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How Often Does Wool Need To Be Washed? (what you must know)

How Often Does Wool Need To Be Washed? (what you must know)

Don’t we love how stylish and warm wool garments can be? Aside from being a natural fabric that’s environmentally friendly,...
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How Often Does Bedding Need To Be Washed? (what you must know)

How Often Does Bedding Need To Be Washed? (what you must know)

On average, adults sleep around 6-8 hours daily which adds up to more or less 50 hours a week[1]. That’s...
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