laundry Help & Advice

• January 27th, 2017
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• Posted in laundry

What Causes Washing Machine Colour Run?

Are you struggling with colours running in your wash? Find out why this could be happening, and how to fix it.

• November 21st, 2016
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• Posted in laundry

Why Does My Washing Machine Smell?

If your washing machine is giving off a musky, dirty or mouldy odour, it could be down to a few reasons. Here’s how to repair it and clean your appliance.

• September 27th, 2016
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• Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking, dishwashing, laundry

The Quietest Home Appliances

If you’re looking for a quiet dishwasher or microwave, we’ve compiled a list of quiet domestic appliances to use in your kitchen or utility room.

• July 25th, 2016
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• Posted in laundry

How to Clean a Washing Machine

Have you cleaned your washing machine out recently? If not, it could be time to. Read on to find out how exactly to do this.

• May 17th, 2016
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• Posted in advice centre, laundry

UK Washing Machines at Serious Risk as 33% of Brits Don’t Know How Much Detergent They Use

The team here at Glotech Repairs recently commissioned a UK wide survey after concerns about a huge rise in cases of blockages in washing machines, especially in instances of Brits overfilling the detergent drawer.

• February 11th, 2016
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• Posted in advice centre, laundry

Washing Machine Repair: How A Washing Machine Works

We look at how a washing machine works and what we can all do ourselves at home to reduce the chances of our washing machines breaking down.

• November 24th, 2015
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• Posted in advice centre, glotech news, laundry, Uncategorized

How Often Should You Wash Laundry?

How often should you wash your sheets? We all know what happens between the sheets, therefore we should all know that it’s important to wash your bed sheets often. Bed sheets could accumulate sweat, body fluids and saliva – as well as even urine and faecal matter. When we sleep, we cast off dead skin cells that then can attract dust-mites and affect the breathing of asthmatics. If you’ve had a cold, be sure to wash the sheets on a high heat to kill bacteria, but otherwise, use a biological detergent and wash at a standard heat, add in a fabric conditioner. Our survey of 2000 people found that most people wash their sheets once a fortnight, which is in line with the recommended amount….

• July 15th, 2015
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• Posted in fault codes, laundry

Baumatic Dishwasher Error Codes

We’ve listed all the common Baumatic dishwasher fault codes to help you quickly find out what the error on your dishwasher means, and to be able to see if you can fix this yourself at home.

• July 9th, 2015
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• Posted in fault codes, laundry

AEG Lavamat Fault Codes

Is your AEG Lavamat displaying an error code? Use our guide to find out what it means, and how to fix it.

• July 1st, 2015
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• Posted in advice centre, laundry

How Long Do Washing Machines Last?

Are you wondering what the lifespan of your washing machine should be? Read our guide to find out more.

• June 19th, 2015
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• Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking, dishwashing, laundry

Being Careful About Who Repairs Your Appliances

Unfortunately not all repair companies are who they say they are and being careful about who repairs your appliances can save you both time and money.

Here’s our guide on what to look out for when making a booking for a repair and what you should expect from your next repair provider.

• June 19th, 2015
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• Posted in advice centre, laundry

Why Isn’t My Washing Machine Filling With Water?

If your washing machine is not filling with water, it can have an impact on your daily routine. Find out how to fix this, here.