Guides to washing, drying and caring for clothes, towels, bedding and laundry appliances.
Laundry Care
Xiaomi Mijia Ironing Machine 2 steam ironing station has a built-in display
Oliver Whitaker
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Xiaomi has unveiled the Mijia Ironing Machine 2, a new steam ironing station for the home. The device has already...
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When to Run Your Washing Machine to Reduce Your Electricity Bill
Oliver Whitaker
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If you want to make a substantial cut to your electricity bill, using your washing machine more strategically can help....
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Smart Washer Dryer: Efficiency for Compact Laundry Rooms
Oliver Whitaker
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Residential laundry modernisation has gathered considerable momentum with the arrival of technologies that dramatically cut household consumption. For families with...
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How to Keep Bath Towels Soft and Absorbent
Oliver Whitaker
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In many homes, bath time comes with the feeling that a towel is no longer what it once was: over...
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Why Clothing Shrinkage Happens in the Wash
Oliver Whitaker
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When a favourite dress or shirt comes out of the wash smaller than before, it can be deeply frustrating –...
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Xiaomi Mijia District 3 Washing Machine Pro Drum 10kg launches in China
Oliver Whitaker
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Xiaomi has begun selling the Mijia District 3 Washing Machine Pro Drum 10kg Ice Crystal White in China. The new...
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How to clean floors and do laundry using less water and soap
Oliver Whitaker
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In many homes, the cleaning routine seems straightforward: a bucket full of water, plenty of soap and any old cloth....
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How to Clean the Washing Machine Detergent Compartment
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping a washing machine in good working order involves several routine tasks, yet one part is often overlooked: the compartment...
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How to use bicarbonate of soda with detergent for clothes
Oliver Whitaker
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Combining bicarbonate of soda with detergent can boost the wash for garments that are heavily soiled or have a lingering...
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How to Whiten Heavily Soiled Tea Towels with Hydrogen Peroxide
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping the kitchen hygienic calls for particular care with cotton tea towels, which collect stubborn grime through everyday use. A...
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How to Remove Grease Stains from Coloured Clothes Without Fading
Oliver Whitaker
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Grease stains on coloured clothes are often a concern, particularly because attempts to remove them can fade the fabric. Among...
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How Vinegar Replaces Fabric Softener for Delicate Fabrics
Oliver Whitaker
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Looking after delicate fabrics calls for care throughout each cleaning cycle. A sustainable new trend from Germany suggests replacing traditional...
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How to Whiten White Sheets with a Homemade Soak
Oliver Whitaker
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Yellowing and signs of wear on white sheets are common in homes where bedding is used frequently. Perspiration, toiletries, detergent...
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How to Remove Ink Stains from Clothes Safely
Oliver Whitaker
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Ink stains on clothes are an everyday nuisance, particularly in homes with children, for people who work with school supplies,...
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How to Wash Clothes with Table Salt
Oliver Whitaker
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Washing clothes with table salt is a household practice that is becoming increasingly popular among people looking for straightforward ways...
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How to Remove a Lipstick Stain from Clothing
Oliver Whitaker
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A lipstick stain on clothing often appears at the most inconvenient moment. In many cases, the immediate instinct is to...
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Washing Clothes Inside Out: When It Helps and When It Ruins Stain Removal
Oliver Whitaker
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Many people automatically turn T-shirts, jeans and jumpers inside out before washing them. It sounds like a professional trick, protects...
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Too Much Detergent: What It Really Does to Your Laundry
Oliver Whitaker
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It is Saturday morning in the laundry room of an entirely ordinary block of flats. Three machines are running, a...
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Remove Old Grease Stains with Bicarbonate of Soda, Baking Parchment and an Iron
Oliver Whitaker
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A T-shirt that appears beyond saving, a greasy tablecloth or a stained tea towel – and the washing machine has...
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How to Clean Your Washing Machine and Keep Clothes Fresh
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping clothes smelling fresh requires daily attention to cleaning appliances. When unpleasant smells develop, sanitising the main appliance is essential...
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How Bicarbonate of Soda Cleans Yellowed Cotton Sheets
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping bedding spotless can feel like a daily household challenge. The continual build-up of sweat and body oils often leaves...