As we’ve discussed before on In The Wash, not all washing machines have an automatic dispenser. A dispenser dispenses fabric softener at the perfect time during the washing cycle and ensures that the fabric softener will do its job correctly. If your washing machine doesn’t have an automatic dispenser for fabric softeners, you may be […]
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Thanks to its strength, flexibility and friction, rubber is used for a variety of household items from washing machine doors to protective gloves and water bottle lids. This also mean it often comes into contact with water and can develop mould. When your rubber items become dirty, or even mouldy, you may find yourself reaching
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Maybe you can’t open your detergent drawer. Maybe you have a top loading washing machine that doesn’t have a detergent drawer. Maybe your clothing isn’t coming out as clean as you’d hoped and you’re wondering whether pouring detergent directly onto your clothes might help. Whatever the reason, we’ve all wondered at some point whether we
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If you work out or play sports a lot, you may have wondered how to clean your sports gear to keep it in the best condition. Many modern washing machines have a sports cycle setting, which might also be labelled as an active wear or sportswear setting, but is it better than a normal cycle?
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Cleaning a gas hob can be a chore. Unlike with the smooth surface of an induction hob, it can be tough to get your head around cleaning all those nooks and crannies. The caps on the hob often get coated in splatters of food, so what’s the easiest and best way to clean them? If
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Washing machines should be cleaned regularly to prevent them from becoming a haven for bacteria and mould. If your machine isn’t cleaned regularly, the bacteria and dirt that accumulates will affect how effective the machine is at cleaning your clothes. Badly washed or damp-smelling clothes are often a sign that you need to clean your
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Most of us know not to mix black and white in the washing machine. But what about using white vinegar on black clothes? Does white vinegar stain black clothes? Can white vinegar damage black fabric? Read on to find out whether you can use white vinegar on black clothes and what the effects will be
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Whether we’re trying to reduce plastic waste or save a few pennies, many of us have wondered whether we can reuse Ziploc bags. The good news is, plastic food storage bags including Ziploc bags can be washed and reused. Doing this can help reduce plastic waste and save some money. Read on to find out
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People who grew up with a dishwasher in the house probably remember their parents telling them to rinse their dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Some of us questioned why this was necessary when the dishwasher’s job was to wash the dishes. We investigated whether you do need to rinse your dishes before putting
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It’s not nice to come home to a nasty smell in your home, or have company over and see their noses twitching! Thankfully, there are some really great ways to keep your house smelling beautiful all the time, from the hallway to your kitchen. From establishing thorough cleaning routines to the use of scented products
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