Archive for the ‘Laundry’ Category

Top athletes drop their dacks in Iron-Off (image gallery)

March 2nd, 2012 by

It wasn't quite London Olympics training, but pumping iron was at least given new meaning at the Morphy Richards Iron-Off last Friday at Wollongong. The Aussie athletes - who took off their kit for the event - included Ironman Ali Day, Super fish and Australian Champion David McKeon, Australian triathletes Aaron Royle and Shane Barrie, and Australian High Jump Champion Petrina Price. But it was World Champion track ... Read more

Tap water instead of distilled water for irons is OK, says study

March 2nd, 2012 by

Mineral-free distilled water has often been touted as the way to go in steam irons. It is widely known that by using distilled water instead of hard water from the tap, the build of up of lime/calcium is reduced. But a new study by Consumer Reports has debunked this as "myth". After researching 46 different irons the study has concluded that you should not use distilled water and ... Read more

Top athletes steel themselves for Morphy Richards Iron-Off

February 23rd, 2012 by

Flat creases and fluttering hearts will grace Wollongong tomorrow in the Morphy Richards Iron-Off. Five champion Australian athletes are gearing up alongside Ironman and Morphy Richards brand ambassador Alistair 'Ali' Day for tomorrow's Iron-Off. In case the top athletes' grueling training regimes has got in the way of polishing their domestic skills, Morphy Richards is inviting the general public to head to the Crown Street Mall Amphitheatre tomorrow ... Read more

Managing mornings for flat-out families

February 8th, 2012 by

The school year is back on again, meaning a shift in the everyday routines of what politicians like to call working families.  While it can be a relief for parents to have the kids out of the house for much of the day, getting them ready and out the door in the first place can be stressful and a real organisational challenge. So today Appliances Online asks ... Read more

How to clean a washing machine

January 25th, 2012 by

The need to clean a cleaning machine may sound odd, but once you consider the grime that gets thrown in it only makes sense that at some point the dirt will build up. Smell is a good indication of the health of your machine. If your clothes start coming out of the washing machine stinkier than when they were put in, it's time to clean the machine. It's easily done and if you'd like to ... Read more

How much does it cost to run your appliances and how to reduce it

January 23rd, 2012 by

Appliances account for about half of the energy used in a household, according to an ABC report. This includes 9 per cent on fridges and freezers and 15 per cent on electrical appliances such as kettles, irons, and vacuum cleaners. Over 50 per cent of Australian households use dryers, and these are the biggest culprit in the energy guzzling category. The actual running costs of your ... Read more

Staff reveal their top pick for Appliances Online’s New Year Sale

January 18th, 2012 by

With a little over a week left on the clock for Appliances Online's New Years Sale, employees for the online retailer have today revealed their favourite appliances on sale. During the survey, which was conducted over freshly brewed cups of coffee made by resident espresso machines, the subject of portable air conditioners featured as a hot topic of discussion at the online retailer's headquarters in Sydney this morning. And while January's heat combined with ... Read more

Don’t cry over spilt milk, get an Asko!

December 22nd, 2011 by

Have you ever gone to the movies only to emerge with choc-top all over your favourite shirt? Or groaned with despair after spilling red wine on a new pair of pants? Nothing can spoil your day quite like a stain. Particularly since so few of us have time in our days for trips to the drycleaner or hours of soaking and scrubbing. That's why Asko invented the W6984Fi ... Read more

Full steam ahead

December 22nd, 2011 by

Looking great isn’t just about slipping into your good clothes and hitting the town.  It’s also about giving those clothes some proper maintenance to keep them looking good, which includes regular steam ironing. Keeping your clothes looking their very best takes the kind of high-performance equipment that was once only available in professional laundries, as well as a lot of time and hard work.  Fortunately, Appliances Online ... Read more

Introducing: LauraStar Steam Irons

November 14th, 2011 by

Now available at Appliances Online: the LauraStar Steam Iron. LauraStar is a Swiss company with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing steam irons for domestic use. The LauraStar Steam Iron System makes it possible to create professional ironing results at home. The benefits of owning a LauraStar steam iron include: •    Speed: because you only have to run the iron over the fabric once, the ironing process is ... Read more

Bosch Washing Machines: a Top Choice

October 31st, 2011 by

A question people frequently ask us is: what is the best washing machine? There's no easy answer to this question, as different people have different requirements in terms of price, capacity, and wash functions. But if you're looking for a top-end model that won't let you down, you should consider investing in a Bosch washing machine. Last week the Appliances Online team got up close and personal with the ... Read more

Hoover your way to Hoover Washing Machines!

September 9th, 2011 by

“Happy Birthday Mr Hoover!” Hoover has an exciting promotion available at the moment to help celebrate their anniversary. If you purchase a selected Hoover Washing Machine or Washing/Dryer combo during the promotional period Thursday 1st September 2011 to Sunday 2nd October 2011 and you will receive $150 off the retail price. What a fabulous deal for anyone interested in purchasing a new washing machine. Yesterday we had Sebastian ... Read more

What a Bargain!

August 9th, 2011 by

Love A Bargain? We have plenty! Visit our website www.appliancesonline.com.au and scroll all the way to the bottom of the home page to find Promotions under the Information category. If you are looking for an appliance, we have special offers for an array of different appliances for your household. A popular promotion at the moment is great for all the people who are interested in purchasing a front ... Read more

7Kg Top Load Fisher & Paykel VS 7Kg Front Load Fisher & Paykel

August 5th, 2011 by

Quite a few customers have been inquiring whether top load washers and front load washers hold capacity equivalence. The answer is….. - No. Typically you can fit more clothes in a front load washer than a top loader. This all depends on fabrics used in the cycle. On average a front loader with the same capacity of a top load washer usually holds around four to ... Read more

The lot on Stacking & Mounting Clothes Dryers

August 5th, 2011 by

  Here at Appliances Online we understand the need for a clean, organised and well-kept laundry. It’s about being space efficient and having the right tools.  Do you have a clothes dryer that needs stacking on a front load washer? Or want to mount a tumble dryer on the wall? We give you all the do’s and don’ts for fitting your laundry appliances safely, correctly and hassle ... Read more