When I switch on the washing machine, I only do one thing. And I save a pretty penny on it every year.
With energy prices on the rise, most households are having to watch their consumption closely. There are lots of simple ways you can save money, like using the washing machine or doing the dishes. We’ll show you how some simple tricks can save you thousands of pounds when doing laundry.
The Savings Tariff on the Go
Most electricity customers can save money by turning on appliances on a low tariff. This is spread out over different times of the day by each supplier, so it doesn’t even have to be a continuous period. You can split the hours of the low tariff into different intervals during the day and night. Just check with your energy supplier for more info. Timers on appliances make it easier to do laundry at a given time. Just program the start to the hour with the lower rate.
Make sure you load your laundry correctly into the washing machine drum.
The way you load it and the amount you put in can affect the quality of your washing. Just a heads-up: don’t overload the washing machine drum, don’t tumble the clothes, and make sure there’s enough space between the clothes and the drum wall to put your hand in. Appliances with an energy class A rating work best when you switch on the ECO programme. This keeps an eye on both temperature and water consumption.
Large-volume washing machines
As a standard, there are washing machines on the market that can wash 9, 11 or more kilograms of laundry at a time. If you have a big family, it’s definitely worth considering buying one of these. Washing a large volume at once can save you a pretty penny. Plus, it’s more convenient and the house stays tidier for longer.
Here are a few simple tricks to help you save money when doing laundry: At the same time, you can also reduce the spin speed. If you’ve got any soiled pieces, soak them before you wash them or give them a quick spot wash with stain remover. Use less powder than the manufacturer suggests. Using too much creates too much foam and doesn’t get the laundry clean. In this case, some washing machines even increase the washing time. It’s a good idea to clean your washing machine regularly, and don’t forget the filter and seals.
