Laundry and Ironing

Soaking laundry items for a period of time to get rid of excess detergent, fabric softener, sweat and minerals are becoming really popular here in the UK. The only issue is that a lot of laundry stripping recipes say you need borax, and this particular ingredient isn’t available here in the UK. So, what’re you […]

If you’re about to buy your very first ironing board you might be wondering what size board to buy. It can be difficult to iron out all the information. But don’t need to look any further than this guide! The answers lie within… Read on to find out all the details.   Ironing Board Sizes

Socks not only protect your feet but are also a way to express yourself. If you’re new to tumble dryers or doing the laundry in general, you may be wondering whether or not you can tumble dry socks. It all depends on what they are made from. The laundry list (no pun intended) of materials

Working out has a world of benefits, but one major problem caused by working out is the sweat stains and odours that can stick to clothing. You might find that the smell of sweat lingers in your gym clothing, even after you have washed and dried the garments a few times. Here are just a

A steam iron that doesn’t release steam isn’t really serving its purpose. But, there’s probably a good reason why it’s not working. Check out my list of causes and solutions below, and you’ll be back to steaming away in no time!  Causes There are a number of reasons why your Morphy Richards steam iron might

Over time, it is normal for towels to lose some of their softness and absorbency. Regular use means your towels might become stiff, scratchy, and discoloured over time due to body oils, detergents, and the minerals found in hard water. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to plump up your items. 1.

Feather pillows are a luxurious addition to your bedroom. They’re affordable, beyond comfortable and they add a bit of cosiness to your room at night! Their only weakness is that they do get dirty… but that is kind of inevitable. So, how do you wash feather pillows correctly? Follow our guide on how to wash

If you think your clothes need to be deep cleaned on a nice hot wash, you might be tempted to switch your washing machine to the 90-degree temperature setting. But, is washing at such a high temperature a good idea? It’s not essential to wash clothes or any household items at a 90°C setting. You

If your net curtains are looking a bit down in the dumps, and somewhat grey in colour, you might be thinking of re-homing them in the rubbish tip. But that’s not necessary. Most of the time net curtains look old and drawn because they’ve lost their sparkle. In a nutshell, they’ve lost their glowing white

Whether you are looking to deep clean the inside of your washing machine or achieve extra-white whites, you might find yourself asking whether you can use bleach to achieve your end goal. The good news is that you certainly can use bleach in your washing machine! Using bleach in a washing machine can kill off