Laundry and Ironing

Had a fight with a biro recently and now you’ve got ink on your outfit? Yep, it’s not a good look! There is however light at the end of the tunnel in the form of Nan’s wisdom-filled words about “using hairspray to remove ink from clothes”! But has this years old tale stood the test […]

Thanks to their lint-free and non-abrasive qualities, microfibre cloths are a go-to cleaning tool for a variety of surfaces. The small gaps between their fine synthetic fibres make them ideal for collecting dust particles, and they’re also great for polishing glass and metal. But what’s the best way to keep them clean? We’re glad you

Plastic dryer balls are obviously meant for the dryer, but you can use them for other purposes too. Using them in the washing machine can be beneficial, although it’s worth checking whether the materials are suitable. So, can you put plastic dryer balls in the washing machine? And, if so, why might you want to?

Despite paint rollers making the job of painting easier, they’re certainly harder to clean than brushes. Therefore, you might have considered using your washing machine to remove excess paint from them. But can you put paint rollers in the washing machine? Let’s take a look.   Can You Put Paint Rollers in the Washing Machine?

Most of us love the smell of freshly washed laundry. It’s great to have clothes, towels and bed linen that smell really clean and ideally, we want that freshly laundered scent to last as long as possible. If you or a family member suffer from any skin irritation or allergies, sometimes a highly-potent scent in

When it comes to everyday life, especially everyday family life, hygiene is vital. Cleanliness is next to godliness after all! You can purchase the most all-singing, all-dancing washing machine in the world, but if you don’t choose the right washing powder to go in it, you’re wasting your cash. For that reason, you need to

Are you new to the launderette scene, and you’re not sure how long the washing machine is going to take to do your laundry? Well, you’re not alone! Grabbing your laundry and taking it to the coin wash seems simple enough. But getting to grips with the dos and don’ts can be tricky! And one

Wool is a natural fibre that we love to cuddle up with on cold winter nights! You can’t go wrong with a wool blanket, a woolly jumper or a much-loved woollen hat. But as with any item of clothing or home decoration, wool needs to be cleaned and maintained or it’ll start to look tired

Blueberries are undeniably yummy and healthy. Not only can you use them to decorate pancakes (smiley faces are the best), but they can also alter the colour of smoothies to make them look more appetising! And while choosing the healthier, blueberry option is great, what’s not so good is the fact that the blueberry juice

A quilt is a great addition to any bedroom. Not only will it accessorise and beautify your room, but it’ll also provide you with a lot of warmth on cold winter nights! But as is the case with other bedding, you’ve got to maintain and clean a quilt to keep it looking fresh. But how