Laundry
Get laundry advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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7 laundry room essentials everyone needs – and why the experts would never be without them
Laundry experts reveal the seven laundry room essentials everyone needs in their homes and explain why they make such a difference to your laundry routine
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to maximize space in a small laundry room, according to experts
Once you know how to maximize space in a small laundry room this overlooked space will work harder for your home.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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How to make rough sheets soft again – say hello to a cozier night's sleep
Experts explain the sheet washing mistakes to avoid, and share their home remedies to get softer sheets after every wash
By Lola Houlton Published
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Daily tasks professional organizers swear by to maintain order – 6 ways to keep chaos at bay
Professional organizers share the six daily tasks they swear by to maintain order around their home to help fend off chaos
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 clever techniques for organizing a pantry-laundry room
6 ways to organize a pantry-laundry room combination to maximize storage and enhance efficiency
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to reduce mental load – 5 home organizing tips to take the weight off
Professional home organizers share their five favorite tips to reduce mental load and take some of the pressure off of maintaining order
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to remove permanent marker stains – 3 ways to erase accidental ‘art’
Professional cleaners and laundry experts explain how to remove permanent marker stains from fabrics around your home to help erase accidental art
By Chiana Dickson Published
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You’re probably using this one laundry product wrong – here’s how to use fabric softener in laundry
Laundry experts and fabric care scientists share the things you are getting wrong when using fabric softener and how to use fabric softening in laundry correctly
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Suki Waterhouse's bathroom blends three 'timeless' features that will impress for centuries
Why master one design feature when you can master three? Here's what makes Suki and Robert Pattinson's bathroom eternally inspiring
By Megan Slack Published
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5 things people with nice-smelling laundry rooms never do
Our experts share the most common mistakes avoided by people with fresh-smelling laundry rooms
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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How to get rid of Christmas-related stains, according to experts
Don't let stains ruin your post-Christmas joy – our experts share the methods they use to clean 10 common Christmas stains to maintain a flawless home
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to perfect your Sunday reset – my 3 steps for a weekly refresh
I share my steps for perfecting my Sunday reset to help refresh your home at the end of the week and prepare for a new week without piling on the stress
By Chiana Dickson Published
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When to add vinegar to laundry – pro tips to time it right
Laundry experts share when and how best to use this natural and residue-free alternative to traditional fabric softeners
By Millie Hurst Published
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How to prevent lint balls on clothing – precautionary measures laundry experts always take
Protect your clothing from pills and rough textures with these tips from professionals
By Millie Hurst Published
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Things you are washing too frequently – and how often you actually need to wash them
Laundry and fabric experts share their thoughts on the things we are washing too frequently, why it can be damaging, and how long you should leave between washes
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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Cleaning tips to make you a better guest – 5 things to guarantee an invite back
Professional cleaners share their cleaning tips to make you a better guest to impress your host, make their job easier, and ensure you get invited back
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to set up a stain station – laundry experts rely on these 7 staples
Professional cleaners and laundry experts share how to set up a stain station to help remove and prevent stains from laundry
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How often should dryer vents be cleaned – 5 factors you need to consider
Signs your dryer vent needs to be cleaned and the factors affecting the frequency of cleaning – tips to ensure your dryer runs efficiently and remains safe
By Lola Houlton Published
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Should you combine a walk-in pantry with a laundry room? The scoop on doubling up
Discover the experts’ verdict on combining a walk-in pantry with a laundry room
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to declutter the bedroom ‘clothes chair’ – and keep it that way
If there’s one thing to tackle when tidying your bedroom, it’s the ‘clothes chair’ – prevent the pile-up with these expert tips
By Tara King Published
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7 Laundry mistakes you are probably making – and what you need to do to fix them
Laundry experts and fabric care scientists explain the seven most common laundry mistakes you are likely making and what you need to do to fix them and protect your clothing
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 Things people with nice-smelling bedrooms never do
These bad habits are avoided by people who prioritize a nice-smelling bedroom
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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Professionals reveal 6 tumble dryer mistakes to avoid – and why it is so important
Professional cleaners share the six tumble dryer mistakes you need to avoid, and explain why they can be so damaging to both your laundry and your dryer
By Chiana Dickson Published
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My French grandma had the secret to natural stain removal all along
My grandma used to make her own cleaning detergent using this quintessentially French product and according to professionals, it makes a brilliant, natural stain remover
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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Washing machine mistakes – 5 common trip-ups make laundry day harder
Laundry and appliance experts have shared the most common washing machine mistakes they see people making regularly and why you need to avoid them
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to wash a Sherpa blanket – 5 tips to maintain the delicate texture
Cleaning and textiles experts explain how to wash a Sherpa blanket properly to maintain its super soft and fluffy texture while also ensuring it is fresh
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Why your washing machine lies to you – and why it’s actually a good thing
Appliance and laundry experts explain why your washing machine lies to you when it comes to the built-in timer, and why it might actually be a good thing
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I tried the 10-10-10 decluttering challenge – and it tackled a serious build-up of stressful clutter
We explain the 10-10-10 decluttering challenge, how to do it, and why it works so well to help beat procrastination and avoid feeling overwhelmed
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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How to think like a professional home organizer – according to the experts themselves
Professional organizers give us a glimpse into their routines and practices to help you think like a professional organizer for a truly tidy and decluttered home
By Chiana Dickson Published