Washing Machines
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Raise a washing machine off the floor
Why You Might Need to Raise a Washing Machine Improving drainage height in a basement or cellar A washing machine in a basement that struggles to pump water…
Washing machine spin speed efficiency
The Data: What Different Spin Speeds Actually Achieve The following figures are based on manufacturer data for a 6kg cotton load on a condenser tumble dryer. They show…
Do I need to use fabric softener on towels?
Why Tumble Drying Softens Laundry Without Fabric Softener Fabric softener works by coating fibres with a thin layer of lubricating agents that make them feel soft to the…
Grease marks on clothes after washing
Why Grease Marks Appear After Washing Grease redistribution from under-dosing One of the less obvious causes of greasy marks on washed laundry is using too little detergent. Detergent…
How much space does a washing machine need around the sides?
Do Washing Machines Need Side Clearance? In the UK, the standard kitchen appliance slot is 600mm wide. Washing machine manufacturers make freestanding machines at 600mm to fit these…
Don’t misconnect your washing machine or dishwasher to the plumbing
The Two Drainage Systems Most UK properties are served by two entirely separate underground drainage systems that must never be connected to each other. Sewerage system (foul water…