Laundry and Ironing

You open up your wardrobe on Monday morning, put on your favourite “I’m going to ace this meeting” outfit, only to realise that there’s a nasty musty smell coming off the garments you just adorned yourself in. Panic strikes because you know the clothes have been cleaned, but they still smell awful… And much to […]

To keep our families protected, particularly during cold and flu season, we try everything. We wash our hands regularly, give them plenty of vitamin C, and even get flu jabs. But what about our clothes? Are our clothes harbouring germs that could be making our families ill? And if that is the case, what can

Wasted weekends doing the washing. Late-night drying sessions. And finding yourself without clean work and school uniforms on a Monday morning! Do these situations sound familiar to you? Yep, I thought so. Been there, done that, and got the unwashed t-shirt to prove it! Keeping up with the laundry can be a right pain. It’s

Playdough has been a beloved children’s toy since the mid-1950s. The brightly coloured tubs of dough offer endless hours of imaginative fun for your little ones while also helping them improve their fine motor skills. The one downside to all this is that the sticky substance often finds its way onto you and your child’s

When economic times are difficult and energy bills are high, homeowners turn to all kinds of ‘hacks’ to save money. One common recommendation on the internet is to use your washing machine or other appliances overnight when some energy companies make their tariff rates cheaper. But with UK laws around noise dictating that noise should

When it comes to doing laundry, having efficient, hassle-free and reliable appliances is essential! After all, nobody wants to spend all day doing the washing! One big decision that homeowners face is whether or not to buy a combined washer dryer, or separate appliances. Both options have pros and cons, and you must assess each

Pre-soaking your clothes before washing them is a great way to remove stubborn stains, revitalise fabrics, and achieve a deeper level of cleanliness. Although you can soak your clothing in a large bucket, it is much more convenient to soak them in your washing machine. Soaking clothing in a top loader washing machine is simple.

Do you have a naturally oily scalp or get warm and sweaty during your sleep? Or maybe you regularly apply hair moisturisers or other products before bed? Whatever the case, oil-stained pillowcases are a very common problem. And while hair oil may be useful for taming frizz and keeping hair nourished, it isn’t good for

Black jeans will forever be a fashion favourite among men and women alike. They can be worn with virtually every colour and be dressed up or down, meaning they are a great choice for a wide variety of occasions. It’s frustrating when you pull your pair of jeans out of the wash only to notice