When you’re suffering from a bout of sickness, getting to the bathroom isn’t always possible. So the inevitable happens: you throw up in bed. Unfortunately, however rough you feel, you or someone else needs to clean up the sick because leaving vomit on a mattress has dire consequences. Not only will the bed stink of […]
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Modern dishwashers have become a regular feature in our daily lives. And we love them because they make the dreaded chore of washing the dishes significantly more convenient for us! However, like other appliances, dishwashers are not immune to problems. A common error code that loves to pop up is the “Check Water” one. When
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Unavoidable accidents happen. You go to change your baby’s nappy, and they decide to have a wee over their cloth diaper and baby grow in the process. It’s a classic move. If you’re new to the nappy changing scene, you might be wondering if the wee will stain the clothes and diaper or if you’ll
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It may be tempting to pour the dregs from an old bottle of detergent into a new bottle. But should you actually be mixing two different types of cleaning solutions together? In short, mixing different kinds of laundry detergent isn’t recommended because there are risks involved with doing this. Some people will argue that as
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So excited to see what the builder has done in your new house you rush in, still wearing your finest work gear, only to walk into and splodge a load of expanding foam onto your trouser leg. Hardly the sophisticated look you were going for! If you act quickly, though, you may be able to
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Acrylic is often perceived as an unshrinkable material that’s cheap yet expensive-looking. But how accurate is this perception of acrylic? While it is durable, acrylic can be prone to shrinking if subjected to improper cleaning and drying practices. Discover more about this versatile material below. Does Acrylic Shrink in the Washing Machine or Tumble
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If you think that your dishwasher is taking a long time to finish a cycle, you need to do multiple tests to see if you’re right. To do this, run a standard cycle a few times and record how long the cycles take. Go to your user manual and compare your times against what’s in
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A cosy comforter can provide warmth and snuggliness on a cold winter night. But what do you do when your comforter turns crunchy after drying it? You may fear that your comforter is bound for the bin. But don’t jump too far ahead just yet. You can rescue your comforter from its crunchy end by
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Just dropped a load of bolognese sauce over your new dress? Before you grab the bleach and douse your frock in it, check the care label to see if it can be cleaned with bleach. Not all items are bleach-friendly. Don’t take the risk and ruin your outfit. Check the tag for a “Do Not
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When ironing an item of clothing, the end goal is to remove the wrinkles from your outfits. There is, however, a chance that your garments will shrink slightly when being ironed. This can be done intentionally or by accident. Several factors impact whether or not your items will shrink when being ironed. These include: The
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