1551. Useful ways to manage your laundry
December 01, 2015
It's true that household chores like vacuuming and cleaning aren't the most exciting tasks, but ones that are certainly essential. They don't have to be arduous though, because there are a number of ways you can make such chores simpler, saving you a great deal of time and energy.
If you hav...
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1552. Hand washing laundry
December 01, 2015
Hand washing is recommended for delicate items such as lace, lingerie, wool, silk or very dark colours that may run. When hand washing delicate articles, use lukewarm or cold water. Dissolve ½ a scoop of Cold Power powder in 5 litres of water then add the article to be washed. Squeeze suds gentl...
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1553. Other great tips for running your laundry
December 01, 2015
Don’t Forget to Add the Fabric Softener
Do you want dry, wrinkle-free clothing? Then use a fabric softener either in liquid or sheet form. Nowadays, some detergents add in their own touch of softener. Before you add the liquid to your wash, you’ll need to dilute it first before it mixes wit...
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1554. Best ways to get clean laundry
December 01, 2015
Take Your Temperatures
First and foremost, follow the item’s care label. Generally, the rules are as follows:
Cold is for fine fabrics, items that might shrink, and sensitive dark colors.
Warm is for moderately soiled stuff and man-made fabrics.
Hot is for whites, ...
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1555. Correct ways to clean and iron shirts
December 01, 2015
No one wants to look like they've slept in their clothes. Follow our simple steps to get your button-downs tidy and crisp-- and look your best in no time!
Check the shirt’s label. Cotton and cotton blends can tolerate a hot iron, while polyester blends need a cooler setting. The manufactur...
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1556. Best tips for cleaning silk garments
December 01, 2015
Read the care label. When a label says “Dry Clean,” that is the manufacturer’s recommended cleaning method, but it may not be the only method available—hand washing silk clothing is often an acceptable alternative. “Dry Clean Only,” however, should be strictly adhered to.
Test for color fast...
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1557. Great washing machine protection / maintenance
December 01, 2015
How to look after your machine
Clean out your drawers
Rinse out any traces of detergent and softener in the dispenser drawer or they could cause blockages that can damage your machine and stop your clothes being properly cleaned. Some machines...
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1558. Great ways to make laundry easier
December 01, 2015
There are two ways to reduce the amount of energy used for washing clothes—use less water and use cooler water. Unless you're dealing with oily stains, the warm or cold water setting on your machine will generally do a good job of cleaning your clothes. Switching your temperature setting from hot to...
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1559. Removing mud and grass stains
December 01, 2015
Preliminary Steps for Mud & Grass Stain Removal
Before we start explaining how to remove grass stains and mud stains from clothes, it’s imperative that the following precautions and steps are taken prior to the removal process.
Make sure that any method and product is first tested on...
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1560. Best ways to get rid of pollen stains
December 01, 2015
Many of us have learned how to remove stains through experience, and know that flushing stains away with water often does the trick. However, when it comes to pollen stain removal, it’s best to take a slightly different approach.
Most stains are caused by liquids – oils, greases, tomato sauc...
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Author: Innes Donaldson
