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Dirt, mould, and other grimy residue can build up inside your washer over time. Learn how to clean a washing machine, including front-loading and top-loading machines, to get your laundry as clean as possible.
Your washing machine’s main job is to clean your clothes, but did you know you should … View moreDirt, mould, and other grimy residue can build up inside your washer over time. Learn how to clean a washing machine, including front-loading and top-loading machines, to get your laundry as clean as possible.
Your washing machine’s main job is to clean your clothes, but did you know you should clean your washing machine at least once a month? With just a few supplies you can easily clean your washing machine to keep it looking and smelling like new.
The dirt that disappears from your clothes, towels, and sheets has to go somewhere, which means grime can build up inside your washing machine over time. Without regular cleaning, the appliance might also harbour leftover detergent, hard-water deposits, and mould or mildew around the lid. This can leave a residue on laundry or cause items to emerge from the wash with a funky smell. To ensure your freshly washed clothes and linens are as clean as possible, follow these steps on how to clean a washing machine once a month. These instructions work for cleaning front-loading and top-loading washing machines, but there are a few special considerations for both types.
If your washing machine has a self-clean function, choose that cycle and follow the manufacturer's instructions to clean the inside of the machine. Otherwise, you can use this simple, three-step process to eliminate build-up in washing machine hoses and pipes and ensure your clothes stay fresh and clean.
Step 1: Run a Hot Cycle with Vinegar
Run an empty, regular cycle on hot, using two cups of white vinegar instead of detergent. Add the vinegar to the detergent dispenser. (Don't worry about harming your machine, as white vinegar will not damage clothes.) The hot water-vinegar combo removes and prevents bacteria growth. Vinegar can also act as a deodorizer and cut through mildew odours.
Step 2: Scrub the Inside and Outside of the Washing Machine
In a bucket or nearby sink, mix about 1/4 cup vinegar with a quart of warm water. Use this mixture, plus a sponge and dedicated toothbrush, to clean the inside of the machine. Pay special attention to dispensers for fabric softener or soap, the inside of the door, and around the door opening. If your soap dispenser is removable, soak it in the vinegar water before scrubbing. Give the machine's exterior a wipe down, too.
Step 3: Run a Second Hot Cycle
Run one more empty, regular cycle on hot, without detergent or vinegar. If desired, add 1/2 cup baking soda to the drum to help clear away build-up loosened from the first cycle. After the cycle is complete, wipe out the inside of the drum with a microfiber cloth to remove any remaining residue.
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We say it loud and proud here at Supercharged HQ - love your gut and it’ll love you right back. A happy, healthy gut will help almost all health conditions, even those not directly linked to our favourite organ. So it begs the question, what do we need to do to love our gut?
We have our 4 P’s … View moreWe say it loud and proud here at Supercharged HQ - love your gut and it’ll love you right back. A happy, healthy gut will help almost all health conditions, even those not directly linked to our favourite organ. So it begs the question, what do we need to do to love our gut?
We have our 4 P’s of gut health which goes into a nutritionist’s description of how to maximise your gut’s health. Another, let’s say, lay way, to think about your gut health is to keep it fed and watered.
Fed with good, fresh healthy foods and nutrients. Watered with effective* hydration. Read more, here.
Te Ohu Whakaita Charitable Trust presents Matariki Ki Waikato festival, featuring matauranga Maaori, arts, culture, kai, workshops, theatre, music, dance, fashion, tours, talks, concerts, and markets. This year’s programme has over 100 events, with many free to attend and catering for everyone - … View moreTe Ohu Whakaita Charitable Trust presents Matariki Ki Waikato festival, featuring matauranga Maaori, arts, culture, kai, workshops, theatre, music, dance, fashion, tours, talks, concerts, and markets. This year’s programme has over 100 events, with many free to attend and catering for everyone - tamariki, rangatahi, pakeke and Kaumaatua! www.matarikiwaikato.nz.
Unit is 7.2 metres by 2.8 metres. Currently on a skids, relocation at buyers expense. Extras include, drapes and blinds, sky dish, decking, handrails in bathroom, bench top oven and a portable 2 element stovetop. Has been lived in by a little old lady!.
Career Navigator aims to provide rangatahi with work-ready skills and confidence to transition successfully into higher education and/or employment 💼
Young people gain real world experience in fields they are interested in and an idea of what their future career path may look like.
Find … View moreCareer Navigator aims to provide rangatahi with work-ready skills and confidence to transition successfully into higher education and/or employment 💼
Young people gain real world experience in fields they are interested in and an idea of what their future career path may look like.
Find out more on our website.
Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?
Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022.
Congratulations to Berhampore, Wellington which took out the overall sweetest spot! You can check out the full list of winning … View moreEver wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?
Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022.
Congratulations to Berhampore, Wellington which took out the overall sweetest spot! You can check out the full list of winning suburbs in the Sweet Spots section on Stuff.
There’s also an interactive tool that you can tinker with to find your perfect place, based on the criteria that matter to you. Who knows, you might be inspired to make a change.
Handsome Pure White Silky Rooster, NOT for POT Please. For breed or pet only, about 1 and 1/2 years old. He is very gentle and quiet boy. He doesn't crow at night. I kept a collar on his neck tried to stop him crow during the day, he doesn't crow as loud as other roosters, still crow (but… View moreHandsome Pure White Silky Rooster, NOT for POT Please. For breed or pet only, about 1 and 1/2 years old. He is very gentle and quiet boy. He doesn't crow at night. I kept a collar on his neck tried to stop him crow during the day, he doesn't crow as loud as other roosters, still crow (but shorter) around lunch time but neighbor still complained. (I think it is ridiculers complain, my hens crow louder and longer than him after they laid eggs, but because the law didn't say not allow hens but rooster in town) So sad I have to let him goes. At the moment he is at my friend's farm in Gordonton
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Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.
We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go … View moreUnleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.
We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.
Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.
Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little… View moreRetirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.
Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little on yourself if you feel like it! Take up that hobby you’ve dreamed of or plan a holiday somewhere warm.
It’s easy to live life your way when you have freedom to do the things you enjoy. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.
Hamilton we need your help! We have a small group of awesome volunteers for our awesome shop but we could use some help to keep it running smoothly.
If you have 3-4 hours once a week on a regular basic, love a fun, safe place to volunteer your time come on in and have a chat.
We have shifts … View moreHamilton we need your help! We have a small group of awesome volunteers for our awesome shop but we could use some help to keep it running smoothly.
If you have 3-4 hours once a week on a regular basic, love a fun, safe place to volunteer your time come on in and have a chat.
We have shifts everyday. Come in and we can have a chat, we’ll show you around and go from there.
We are at shop 3
Five Cross Roads and we are open
9-4.30pm Monday to Friday
9-4pm Saturday
10-3pm Sunday.
Popular cookie brand Mrs Higgins has recalled a specific batch of their product due to the possible presence of white plastic.
The cookies affected are the Mrs Higgins Shortbread Cookies in the 350g bag with a Best Before date of 4/10/22.
These cookies are found at all Countdown stores across… View morePopular cookie brand Mrs Higgins has recalled a specific batch of their product due to the possible presence of white plastic.
The cookies affected are the Mrs Higgins Shortbread Cookies in the 350g bag with a Best Before date of 4/10/22.
These cookies are found at all Countdown stores across New Zealand and customers can return these affected goods for a full refund.
This recall does not affect any other of the Mrs Higgins products.
Decorate small sunny nooks or bare walls with cute decorative hanging plant plaques and soothing Resene colours.
Find out how to create your own.
EarthDiverse is pleased to announce the relaunch of its Introductory Hebrew 101 classes for beginners with no knowledge of Hebrew or the Hebrew script. During our Introductory Hebrew course we focus on learning the Hebrew (עִבְרִית) script, while focusing on basic conversation, grammar, … View moreEarthDiverse is pleased to announce the relaunch of its Introductory Hebrew 101 classes for beginners with no knowledge of Hebrew or the Hebrew script. During our Introductory Hebrew course we focus on learning the Hebrew (עִבְרִית) script, while focusing on basic conversation, grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing.
This eight-week live-streamed interactive course is available via Zoom at the following times:
• Honolulu, Hawai'i: begins Wed 3 Aug 2022, 8:00-9:30pm
• US Pacific: begins Wed 3 Aug 2022, 11:00pm-12:30am
• London, UK: begins Thu 4 Aug 2022, 7:00-9:30am
• Paris, France: begins Thu 4 Aug 2022, 8:00-9:30am
• New Delhi, India: begins Thu 4 Aug 2022 11:30am-1:00pm
• Bangkok, Thailand: begins Thu 4 Aug 2022 1:00-2:30pm
• Singapore: begins Thu 4 Aug 2022 2:00-3:30pm
• Sydney, Australia: begins Thu 4 Aug 2022, 4:00-5:30pm
• New Zealand: begins Thu 4 Aug 2022, 6:00-7:30pm
Recorded sessions of the live streamed courses are also available for those that miss classes or if the timing for the live sessions doesn't work.
Check out this, and all of our other language, humanities and environment course offerings on our website.
One of the best things about staying with my parents is the promise of soft, fluffy towels when I arrive. Compared to the rough, frequently damp variety I have at home, my mum’s towels feel like I'm being wrapped in clouds. When I ask her how she keeps her towels so fluffy, she replies, only… View moreOne of the best things about staying with my parents is the promise of soft, fluffy towels when I arrive. Compared to the rough, frequently damp variety I have at home, my mum’s towels feel like I'm being wrapped in clouds. When I ask her how she keeps her towels so fluffy, she replies, only half-joking, “I buy expensive towels.”
First, I read that the leading cause of stiff towels is often leftover detergent residue. However, while cutting back on detergent will prevent towels from growing scratchy, it may not revive the softness. Choosing a hot water cycle and washing loads of only towels are also recommended for maintaining fluff, but again may not be enough to bring it back from the dead.
Undeterred, I continued to scrounge around the internet, and eventually came across a few interesting tricks—using items that I already have lying around at home—that I decided to try. Not at all of them worked out, but here is what I discovered.
Add Baking Soda
What the internet says: Mix half a cup of baking soda along with a normal detergent dose for fluffier and cleaner towels. Baking soda also naturally eliminates musty and mildew smells that come from towels remaining damp for too long.
How it worked: The towel felt thicker and bouncier, but the threads were sharper and spikier—kind of like a buzz cut texture. Not entirely ideal.
Throw Tennis Balls in The Dryer
What the internet says: If you have a few clean, unused tennis balls lying around like I do, try throwing them in the dryer along with your towels. As the balls bounce around, they help remove lumps and increase softness.
How it worked: It didn’t. I noticed no difference in fluffiness from drying towels with tennis balls. My towels remained their same old scruffy selves.
Brush It Out
What the internet says: Use a hairbrush to brush your towel once it’s clean and dry, which will help break down any dried detergent residue and separate the threads from each other, making the towel softer to the touch.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
Every dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!
Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!
… View moreEvery dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!
Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!
Hate feeling obligated? You're not! The health check will let you know if there is a better KiwiSaver provider for you - it's up to you if you do anything about it. Why wait till you're 65, make sure your KiwiSaver is working for you now!
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