Advice relating to washing machine usage

WARNING: Do not leave coins, screws nails etc in pockets. Of course everyone already knows this, and that they can cause problems with a washing machine (everyone does it at least once) but most people don't realise that just one incident can now totally write off your washing machine. This is because virtually all washing machines except the highest quality washing machines ( such as Miele - Miele build quality review ) now have plastic outer tubs, whereas they used to be made of metal. A coin or other metal object can easily get punched right through the plastic outer drum (tub) on spin. If this happens, depending on the make of washing machine, you may find it costing around £200 to have a new outer drum (tub) fitted. TIP: If this happens to you, you could be covered by your house contents insurance if you have accidental damage cover, or by your extended warranty if it also includes accidental damage. Strictly speaking, even if the washing machine is only weeks old, it would not be covered under warranty by the manufacturer as it's negligence - not a fault on the washing machine. Mind you, some might argue that it's negligent of the manufacturer to design a washing machine that can be so easily written off by one accidental coin in the corner of a pocket that gets missed!

Using the washing machine

• Washing machine user instruction manuals / books
• Miscellaneous washing machine issues
• Product safety recalls

• Am I overloading my washing machine?
• How do I avoid out of balanced loads in my washing machine?
• Washing isn't coming out clean or has marks on it (marks on clothes)
• Causes of grease, slime and black mould inside washing machine
• Is it safe to leave the washing machine on while I'm out or in bed?
• Should I turn off the water taps when the washing machine is not in use?
• NEW: Holes in clothes from washing machines
• Reduce the energy costs of running your white goods appliances (Blog article)

Washing machine detergents

• Which is the best washing machine detergent to use - washing powder, liquid or tablets?
• Should I use Calgon or other anti limescale tablets in my washing machine?
• Should I put the detergent in the soap dispenser or straight in the drum?
• How do I remove stains from my washing / laundry?
• You don't just use one detergent do you? (Blog article)
• Biological washing machine detergents can damage woollens & silks (cause holes) (Blog article)
• Hard water & limescale in washing machines

Please Note

All information is meant to be fair and balanced and is my own personal opinion based on 30 years experience. All advice is given in good faith and is meant as a general guideline only. Has Washerhelp been useful to you or have you spotted a mistake? I would really appreciate a brief bit of feedback (or even constructive criticism) Contact me or if you have a web site please put a link to Washerhelp so others can find it.