Unlike other home appliances, when it comes to washing machines, bigger isn’t always better. Smaller washing machines are still able to wash a good amount of clothes and are usually cheaper to run and take up less space. 7kg washing machines are very common, with several brands producing different 7kg models. With so many machines […]
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7 Best Integrated Washing Machines UK 2024 – An Expert Buyer’s Guide
Integrated appliances are excellent additions for homes that don’t have a separate utility room or area to store a washer. These machines slide right in under the counter and become camouflaged behind the cupboard door so your kitchen aesthetic isn’t marred by any white goods. They’re also great for utility rooms that have fitted cabinets […]
6 Best 9kg Washing Machines UK 2024 – An Expert Buyer’s Guide
Your washing machine can go for years without any consideration until one of a few things happens. It breaks unexpectedly, you decide to remodel your home or you move in somewhere new that doesn’t have white goods. Suddenly it’s time to choose a new machine and the choices these days are overwhelming! The first thing […]
10 Best Small Capacity Washing Machines UK (2024 Update)
Washing machines make it very quick and easy to clean your clothes but they can take up a lot of space in your kitchen. Thankfully there are some excellent small and mini washing machines available now that still do a great job but take up a fraction of the space. I’ve reviewed some of the […]
10 Best 8kg Washing Machines UK 2024 – An Expert Buyer’s Guide
When you’re looking for a new washing machine, drum capacity is always going to be an important consideration. Washing machines can vary quite a bit when it comes to drum capacity but 8kg is quite a standard size and is plenty for a medium-sized household. I’ve reviewed some of the best 8kg washing machines currently […]
9 Best Washing Machines For Every Budget 2024 – Under £300, £400, £600
The appliance hunter has been back at it again, wading through the forests of information, cutting down bullshit, and searching for the best washing machines available. Finding a new washing machine, of all home appliances, has to be a careful choice. There is a lot to choose from and the prices vary quite wildly. It […]
What to do When Your Washing Machine Starts Leaking
This is pure nightmare material. You put on a load of laundry, leave it going and come back ready to hang it up or tumble dry and are instead met with a pool of water in front of your washing machine. Not only does this mean redoing all that laundry, but you now also need […]
My Washing Machine Keeps Blowing a Fuse
Any issue with your washing machine is a pain, but one which requires you to restart an entire load of laundry is really annoying. Worse than this, is one which has many different causes, making it hard to pin down exactly what the issue is. Moreover, even if you are able to find out what […]
Washing Machine Not Draining? Here’s What You Can Do
An annoyingly common fault you can have with your washing machine is that it no longer drains. You can set it going and it will appear to be making all the right noises but you come back expecting to find cleaned clothes and you’re met with a drum full of water. This is clearly annoying […]
My Washing Machine is Making a Grinding Noise – What To Do
Most washing machines tend to make a fair amount of noise while they’re being used. Usually you’ll end up tuning these sounds out as just another household noise. However, as soon as you hear a new noise coming from your washing machine, that can set alarm bells ringing in your head, justifiably. One of these […]
What to do When Your Washing Machine Drum Doesn’t Turn
Your washing machine, often, is the cornerstone of your kitchen and chores. If the washing machine stops working in any way, this can cause a lot of problems, especially if you’re like me and have a habit of letting laundry build up for a while. If you’re lucky, some of the problems your washing machine […]
How Long Can You Leave Clothes in a Washing Machine
Sometimes it feels as though life just simply doesn’t have enough hours in the day, especially now with the pressure of being productive all the time. You can sometimes find the time to get a load of laundry done and then find yourself distracted by something completely different as soon as you turn the washing […]
Washing Machine vs Washer Dryer – Which Is Best For You?
If you’ve been having trouble getting your clothes properly dry after a wash, then you’ve maybe been thinking about getting a dryer. A washer dryer combo can seem like a great compromise, especially if space is an issue, as they are the same size as a regular front load washing machine. But is having a […]
Can You Put Bleach in the Washing Machine
Have you been struggling with getting the really good cleaning results from your washing machine that you had when you first bought it? If your clothes are coming out of the machine after a cycle still smelling faintly musty or dirty, or even if they have stains then it’s pretty likely that your washing machine […]
Why Won’t My Washing Machine Door Open
So you’ve just finished a long wash cycle and it’s time to hang up the clothes or transfer them to a dryer. But you come to the washing machine and, even though the lock symbol/light is off, the door just won’t open? Washing machines seem to always pick after the clothes are washed to decide […]
Why is My Washing Machine Shaking?
A shaking washing machine can sometimes look and sound quite alarming. Since they’re large appliances, and very heavy once fully loaded with clothes, a vibrating machine can really make it sound as though the whole building is shaking. A little vibration is pretty normal for most cycles, but if it gets to loud thumps and […]
Why Does My Washing Machine Smell?
I’m sure we’ve all been there: you put on a wash and when you come to collect your clothes to hang them up or put them in the dryer, you’re met with a horrendous smell. As well as just being generally unpleasant, this smell will linger on the clothes that you’ve just spent time cleaning! […]
What is the Best Way to Load a Washing Machine?
It’s definitely tempting, if you haven’t managed to get a laundry done in a while, to just empty your laundry basket into your washer and call it a day. This is actually not a great idea, it turns out. As well as meaning you’re not getting the best cleaning power out of your washing machine, […]
Can Washing Machine Doors Be Reversed?
So you have your kitchen set up exactly how you want it, with everything in the perfect place. Only, when you come to do laundry, do you realise that the washing machine actually opens differently from how you pictured it. Maybe it collides with another appliance, or can’t open all the way because it’s near […]
Can Washing Machines Explode?
We’ve all read the horror stories of sudden, freak washing machine explosions. Equally, we’ve probably all been skeptical about them. Did they explode just randomly for no reason? Or was it some kind of user error in the way it was loaded or connected that caused it? As shown by the large number of reports […]
Can You Put Your Trainers in the Washing Machine?
So you just bought a beautiful new pair of expensive trainers but they’re already dirty! You could labour away and clean them by hand, but is it possible to clean them in your washing machine? Of course, the worries are that you’ll either ruin your new shoes or you’ll damage the washing machine, maybe by […]