Debbie Young – Scrub Hub

How to Stack a Tumble Dryer on the Washing Machine

Debbie Young — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:41:40 +0000

In a world where square footage is at a premium, we’re always looking for ways to downsize or stack appliances. Laundry appliances – namely washing machines and tumble dryers – are usually the largest household appliances, next to the fridge freezer. To save space, more people are switching to a washing machine and dryer combos,… Read More »

Best Lightweight Steam Irons Under 2kg

Debbie Young — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:36:17 +0000

Ironing can be a chore no matter who you are, but it’s particularly burdensome for the elderly or people with hand or wrist issues. Many steam irons weigh more than 2 kilograms. If you suffer from arthritis or other joint problems, the bulk of a heavy iron can be nearly impossible to handle. You don’t have to… Read More »

How Much do Washing Machines Weigh in kg?

Debbie Young — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:21:07 +0000

Ever tried to move a washing machine by yourself? Yeah, they’re heavy, real heavy! It’s almost impossible to move a washing machine by yourself, and if there are stairs involved, you can forget it, even two people will struggle to move this leaden laundry appliance. That’s because the average washing machine weighs around 70kg –… Read More »

Washing Machine Kg Guide on Load Capacity

Debbie Young — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 12:24:44 +0000

Next to cost and brand reliability, the washing machine’s load capacity is likely one of your primary considerations, but this is often a confusing feature to “weigh up”. When you see a washing machine with a load capacity of 10kg, it simply means that the drum can handle a load of laundry up to the… Read More »

Most Energy Efficient Tumble Dryers (UK)

Debbie Young — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 18:05:56 +0000

Tumble dryers are a gentle, quick, and efficient way to dry wet fabrics. What was once an expensive luxury is now an affordable appliance found in most homes. If you don’t shop smart, they can push your smart meter into the red with their high energy consumption. This common laundry appliance replaces the indoor drying… Read More »

Washing Machine Prices

Debbie Young — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 17:32:32 +0000

Washing machines can range in price from £219 to £2,450 (respective examples: Electra W1245CT0W and ASKO Professional WMC6763VC.S) with an average cost of around £389. This means, most washing machines are sold for around the £400 mark in the UK. We’ve created groups of popular washing machines split into low, mid, and high costs, with… Read More »

Colour Meanings Behind NHS Scrubs

Debbie Young — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 10:25:41 +0000

NHS Medical scrubs and uniforms come in various colours, with each having its own meaning. In June of 2024, the NHS National Healthcare Uniform project was launched and rolled out across England, with more to follow across the UK. There are now 15 distinct “colourways” for scrubs, each depicting various medical job roles within the NHS,… Read More »

Here’s How to Wash Medical Scrubs at Home

Debbie Young — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:09:44 +0000

Nurses and healthcare professionals work in a range of challenging environments – from busy hospitals to quiet assisted living properties. Their scrubs uniforms go beyond just setting them apart from different organisations and job roles, they’re worn to preventing the spread of pathogens, promoting a clean working environment, while reassuring patients and helping them to… Read More »

Cheap vs Expensive Steam Irons

Debbie Young — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:26:24 +0000

Buying a new steam iron seems straightforward until you start browsing the vast selection. There are several big well-known brands such as Philips, Tefal, and Morphy Richards in on the ironing game – It turns out that steam irons are available at nearly every price point. Will a budget model meet your needs, or would you be better off upgrading to a more expensive, top-of-the-line model? Let’…

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Washing Machine Won’t Drain Water or Spin – Troubleshooting

Debbie Young — Sat, 13 Jul 2024 18:46:37 +0000

Gone are the days when people would have to wash clothes by hand. It’s only when your washing machine develops a fault – like not draining water – do you appreciate what this appliance does for us. For busy working families with kids, the laundry process is nonstop and starts at the washing machine. We’ve all been there, you throw the school uniform and work clothes into the washing machine…

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