Newborn skin is delicate and the same is true for a baby’s immune system. The chemicals, fragrances and dyes in laundry products can affect newborns and cause symptoms such as skin irritation, dryness, chafing and rashes. That’s why it’s generally a good idea to separate newborn baby clothes and only use laundry detergent that is […]
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If washing your clothes seems to be creating more stains on your clothes than they had when they went into the wash, it’s probably time to give your machine a bit of care and attention. Here are some common causes for spots on clothes that have just been washed. 1. Rust Reddish brown stains
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Washing clothes at lower temperatures is much better for the environment as well as being more gentle for delicate clothes. However, it doesn’t always kill germs and bacteria effectively. Dettol Laundry Cleanser can be used in addition to regular detergent and claims to kills 99.9% of bacteria even at low temperatures. Unlike bleach, this laundry
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A lot of people regularly wash their duvet covers along with the rest of their bedding. However, many forget to wash the duvet itself, and can go years without washing it. Duvets should be washed every few months, or at least twice a year. If you don’t wash your duvet, dust mites and their droppings
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Getting into bed at the end of the day is one of the best things, especially when you’ve just put a clean set of bedding on. Your bed sheets keep you snuggly and warm at night, but they also collect dead skin, sweat and dirt! So what’s the best way to keep them as clean
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We all like to try and separate our laundry into lights, darks and colours, but should you separate different kinds of towels too? Many people wonder about whether or not it’s ok to wash bath towels with kitchen towels, or if they should be separated. Kitchen towels are used for all manner of things, from
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Fabric softener can be a blessing or a curse, depending on when you use it. Check out these top tips to become a fabric softener connoisseur and master that laundry! 1. If in Doubt, Leave It Out Fabric softener can ruin certain materials, so if you have any doubts about using fabric softener on
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A lint-free cloth is a special type of cleaning cloth that doesn’t give off any fluff when used. They are super important for both carpenters (to finish off products) and anyone who wants to clean something without the threat of build-up charge, causing damage to electronic equipment. You can purchase these from most hardware stores
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If you often find yourself picking at bobbles on your clothing and furniture, then you might want to look into a proper way to remove them. The Philips GC026/30 Fabric Shaver is a fast and convenient way of removing pills and bobbles from your fabric. For such a simple machine, is it worth choosing a
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You’re tired of opening your dishwasher to find your glasses smeared in white marks. I know, I feel you. All us dishwasher-users from areas with hard water do, but what exactly are these stains, what is the right way to remove them and how do you prevent them? What Are the White Marks on
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