Time and time again we are told to avoid overloading our washing machines, due to the damage it can do to both our laundry and machine. But what about underloading? Should we be avoiding that too? Is Underloading Bad? Yes! Using a washing machine with the drum less than around 25-50% full can cause …
With modern washing machines now featuring every programme under the sun, it’s sometimes hard to know which is the best option for your next pile of laundry! Most machine settings now include an “easy care” or ‘synthetics’ option. Both easy care and synthetics cycles do the same thing. But what does easy care actually mean? …
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Amtico flooring is an extremely popular choice for many homeowners. It looks great and is extremely sturdy, meaning that it should last you a long time. It’s also very straightforward to keep super clean. Does that mean we should be using a hoover on this kind of flooring though? Read on to find out! To …
Modern washing machines are manufactured to have a lot of settings. However, let’s be honest, most of us only make use of around 3 of them! Not to worry though. Read on to learn what a mixed load is and when to use it! The purpose of a mixed load is to wash a variety …
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There is nothing cuter than a newborn child wearing their first set of clothes. Unfortunately, these clothes don’t remain cute for very long and there is a lot of washing that needs to be done! Unlike adults, babies have extremely sensitive skin, making them prone to irritation from some detergents and rough material. Read on …
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Washing machines can be very confusing at times! They have so many settings, temperatures, and spin cycles. On top of this, recommendations can be quite vague. Sometimes, rather than using specific temperatures, they could just say a “hot wash” or a “cold wash”. So, is 20 degrees Celsius considered a cold wash? Read on to …
On average in the UK, adults sleep for just under 7 hrs per night, not including the time we spend chilling in bed or trying to fall asleep, so it’s a given that we should wash our bedding pretty often! Whilst most of us regularly wash our pillow cases, fewer of us know how often …
New towels are super soft, which is great but not that effective when it comes to drying! This is because the manufacturers use a lot of fabric softener and treat the towels with a silicone finish, reducing absorbency. Thankfully, it’s not too difficult to make your towel more absorbent, just follow the simple steps below. …
Repainting a wall is an easy way to completely change up the aesthetic of a room. Whilst plenty of people choose to get a decorator in, some of us opt for the DIY approach. Unfortunately, it’s pretty inevitable that you’ll go out of the lines at some point, and when you do, you need to …
Tipp-Ex is a white correction fluid that is used to make alterations to printed or hand written work. Unfortunately, however, when spilt on clothing, Tipp-Ex is a bit of a nightmare! But don’t worry – all is not lost! Follow these simple steps to make sure the only trace of Tipp-Ex that you see is …
