Only use the washing machine when you have a full load to wash
Always wait till you have a full load before using your washing machine.
The half load setting on your washing machine uses more than half the energy and water of a full load, so it makes better economical and environmental sense to wait until you have a full load of clothes.
Try to store up all your clothes until you have enough to fill one large load, rather than having to run several smaller ones. By conserving energy and water you’ll be saving on your monthly bills, as well as needing to buy less washing powder.
makes you think...
90% of homes in the UK own a washing machine and it's estimated that, on average, each washing machine performs 274 cycles a year.
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