Using your washing machine

Washing machines: Using your washing machine

  • Expert advice from Which? on getting the best from your washing machine
  • Guide to washing temperatures and most commonly used programs
  • Find out what laundry symbols mean and how to cut down on water use
  • Video guide on how to be a greener cleaner

What's in this guide

Program guide

All you need to know about washing machine programs and washing temperatures

Washing symbols

Use our handy illustrated guide to find out what the common washing symbols on clothing labels mean

FAQs

Find out about cutting down on water use, reducing noise and banishing musty smells

Be greener with your washing machine

Help the environment and shave some pennies off your bills at the same time Contains video

Airers and washing lines

No tumble dryer? We take a look at clothes airers and washing lines to dry freshly washed clothes.

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