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There are several safety related issues concerning plugging appliances either into double adapters, modern multiple extension sockets, or long extension leads. There are multi socket extension cables with room for up to 6 different appliances so it’s very easy to […]
I keep hearing about children getting trapped inside washing machines or tumble dryers. It’s a serious issue and something many of us might never even think of but a little awareness could prevent a tragedy. A quick search on Google
Children & pets dying in washing machines and tumble dryers Read More »
This subject is relevant to white goods because it’s now used as a well established marketing tool employed by all manufacturers and it shapes how many of our household appliances are designed and marketed. Although I haven’t written a direct
Are all these environmental issues a money making con? Read More »
For some reason the recycling costs imposed by the government (designed to force manufacturers to reduce the amount of waste they create) penalises all the appliance manufacturers that make high quality appliances the most. This seems contrary to the ethos of the WEEE directive.
I can’t help thinking, if my fridge or washing machine is working perfectly okay won’t it damage the environment more to throw it away than to keep using it?
Do we really need to dump our old inefficient appliances? Read More »
If your washing machine or dishwasher is connected to the wrong water drainage system it is misconnected and you are contributing to damaging the local environment. Harmful chemicals in detergents and other waste products can pollute local rivers and streams.
Don’t misconnect your washing machine or dishwasher to the plumbing Read More »