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Preventing Mildew On Your Clothes

It isn’t uncommon for mildew to form on clothes. The more moisture and the hotter the temperature, the higher likelihood of them growing. If your garment material is cotton, wool, linen or leather, you will probably come across mildew stains. To reduce the chances of this happening, we’ll go through ways of preventing mildew on your clothes.

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Consistently Clean Your House

If you clean your house consistently and thoroughly, you will prevent mildew on your clothes. Areas such as closets and drawers are hotspots for mildew to grow so make sure you take precautions and clean them before storing your clothes there.

Get Damp Clothes Out Of The Washing Machine Immediately

Mildew grow when there is moisture. If you leave your damped clothes in the washing machine for a certain period of time, you are risking mildew growing.

Keep monitoring your washing machine cycle and put your garment in the dryer or hang them up once they are ready.

Store Clothes In A Cool Environment

In addition, you should store your clothes in a cool environment that is exposed to ventilation as this gets rid of all the moisture in the air and sends it outside.

If you are storing them in a closet, make sure the closet is properly cleaned.

Circulate Air

Circulating the air is crucial when preventing mildew growth. Not only does this reduce dampness but it will also mean the air will move freely around the room which then reduces mould growth. Adding to this, your room will get more exposure to sunlight which does eliminate mildew.

Keep Your Bathroom Fan On For 30 Minutes

Mould and mildew spread easily, especially in the bathroom due to the moisture. Mildew can latch onto your clothes when you step into the bathroom. But to eliminate any moisture from growing, make sure you keep your fan on for at least 30 minutes. If you don’t turn your bathroom fan on, you will risk not only mildew from growing but bacteria also.

Preventing mildew on your clothes is important because let’s face it, it is never a pleasant sight to see, especially on your favourite outfit!

If mildew has somehow landed on your clothes, visit our previous blog on removing mildew stains.

A reminder that we do have a team of professionals that clean your clothes for you if you do lead a busy lifestyle!

Book a service, and our team will collect your dirty laundry on the same day!

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Preparing For Ramadan

Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. It’s a month that requires discipline and dedication as Muslims need to fast until sunset, meaning no consumption of food or water. It is a time when energy levels will go down, as a result, but that’s why preparing for Ramadan will make things easier for you this month.

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1. Start Fasting Before

If this is your first time observing the holy month of Ramadan, you should fast before to prepare ahead. Not only will you build a routine but you will also get your body adjusted to the new timings of your meals.

2. Ensure The House Is Cleaned For Guests

Ramadan is a time of self-love and also a time to spend with family and friends during Iftar (the meal Muslims eat when they break their fast at sunset). If you’re hosting a get to together, ensure your house is cleaned so your guests can enjoy a delicious meal together. Make your life easier by also labelling all the spices in the kitchen and starting your dishwasher to make cleaning dishes as seamless as possible.

3. Maintain a Consistently Healthy Diet

Keeping a healthy diet is a great way to prepare for Ramadan. The holy month is already challenging mentally and physically. To keep things easier for your body, make sure you are eating healthily to the extent you give yourself plenty of sugar and energy. Eat plenty of healthy vegetables and protein to keep you in a healthy condition throughout.

4. Set New Goals

Ramadan is a time for reflection and introspection. Use it as the opportunity to set goals to improve yourself. Whether it’s to be a better friend, quit unhealthy habits or learn a new skill, this is the best time to be goal-oriented and make improvements to your life

5. Stay On Top Of Your Laundry Chores

Your energy levels during Ramadan will not be as high due to all the fasting. You may find yourself not having enough energy to do the laundry. And let’s face it, nobody likes doing laundry – it’s a never-ending chore!

That’s why Laundryheap gives you a helping hand. If you’re worried you may not commit to your laundry duties on Ramadan, just book a service with us! We’ll provide you with great cleaning that will keep your clothes in top condition throughout Ramadan.

If you live in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait or UAE, we also have laundry services available for you. Whether it’s the dishdasha, kandura or jalabiya, we are here to tackle any laundry duty for you!

We hope our tips have made preparing for Ramadan easier for you.

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Maintaining The Quality Of Jalabiya

The Jalabiya, a long gown dress, has a historic significance as it predates Islam and is still a big part of Arab culture today. Along with other UAE traditional clothing like the kandura, the jalabiya is highly recognisable due to its beautiful colours. Because of its prestige, maintaining the quality of jalabiya is essential. In this blog, we’ll walk you through how to do just that.

Key Tips To Take Care Of Your Jalabiya

Special clothing like the jalabiya takes special care. One small mistake and you could risk ruining the delicacy.

Firstly, you should stick to laundry basics and separate the colours to prevent bleeding. Due to the jalabiya’s delicate fabric material, you also need to wash at a low temperature (30 degrees). Washing at a hot temperature will risk shrinking because the material cannot withstand high heat.

Alternatively, you could choose to hand-wash your jalabiya but as always, be cautious and keep track of the time. Just like with washing machine, you shouldn’t wash in hot water so make sure you wash your jalabiya in cold water. When it’s in water, take it out after 10 minutes and use only a small amount of detergent to avoid damaging the fabric.

Whether you’ve washed your jalabiya by hand or used the washing machine, you’ll know that using as less heat as possible is the way to maintaining the quality of jalabiya. This is why you should also avoid tumble dryer and instead dry on a clothesline.

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Maintaining the quality of jalabiya is all about attention to detail. When it comes to ironing, the fine details make all the difference. When you are ironing the jalabiya, use low heat settings and press the fabric inside out. Not only will this prevent any damage but will also preserve the material’s lifespan. Ensure you store your jalabiya away properly to avoid any wrinkles forming.

The jalabiya is an expensive but valuable garment. It’s important you take care of it.

If you are still unsure on how to take care of your jalabiya – don’t worry as Laundryheap does have services in UAE!

Our professional and reliable team will tackle the laundry for you.

Simply book a collection date and our team will come to pick up your jalabiya and return it back within 24 hours – good as new!

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How often should you replace your Airbnb bed linen?

As an Airbnb host, your main priority is to ensure comfort and cleanliness for your guests. Attention to detail goes a long in keeping your Airbnb well-managed because if you spot something that doesn’t look right, it’s best you act. But just how often should you replace your Airbnb bed linen? Our blog will give you the answers.

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Bed Linen

Your bed linen is a fundamental part of your Airbnb. Guests want a place where they can get a cosy good night’s sleep so it’s crucial you provide them with quality bed linen.

There will be periods in the year when your Airbnb will get a lot of bookings and during this period, your bed linen will need to be frequently washed after every use but even then, this may not be enough. The more they get used, the more worn they will get over time.

Guests value appearance but if the appearance and comfort level isn’t there, it’s a recipe for a bad review so it’s important you change your Airbnb bed linen.

Ideally, you should aim to replace your Airbnb bed linen every six months. If the bookings aren’t busy, you can replace them once a year (provided they are washed properly throughout the year).

Laundryheap Linen‘s bed linen is the pinnacle of softness and cosiness so if your Airbnb needs new bed linen, just place an order!

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Other Items – Pillows and Pillowcases

Bed linen isn’t the only item that keeps your guests sleeping well in your Airbnb. Comfortable, cosy and quality pillows are also the key to impressing your guests and boosting reviews.

Due to the dirty skin cells and germs left on pillows, it’s best to change them every 5-6 months. Even with a washing machine, the dead skin cells won’t go away.

When you notice your pillows getting a little flat, perhaps this is also a sign that they need changing. When you notice this, immediately find a replacement.

Pillowcases can be replaced 1-2 years but ensure they are properly washed.

We also offer pillowcases to your Airbnb! If you order a single set, you can get 2 pillowcases but if you order a double & king set, you will get 4 pillowcases! Click here to make an order!

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Keeping your guests happy is always the objective for Airbnb hosts. The easiest way to do this is by offering them high-quality bed linen.  

We hope this blog has given you an idea of how often you should replace your bed linen.

Happy hosting!

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How To Remove Hot Chocolate Stains

Hot chocolate is perfect when the cold nights draw in. When your sweet tooth calls, your hot chocolate tastes even better with marshmallows and whipped cream! While the drink is luscious and sweet, it can be messy when it lands on your clothes by accident. Luckily, we are no strangers to tackling stains. In this blog, we’ll explain how to remove hot chocolate stains from your clothes!

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Step One: Treat The Stain Immediately

Chocolate does contain oil and fat and because there is milk in it, it can be tricky to remove.

To effectively remove hot chocolate stains, you need to immediately treat them as soon as you notice them. Make sure you keep the stain wet by dabbing it with a wet cloth because it will be more stubborn to remove if it gets dry.

Step Two: Rinse and Pour Liquid Detergent

Secondly, rinse your garment in lukewarm water and pre-treat the stain by pouring laundry detergent on it. Let it sit for 30 minutes so it can properly settle.

Step Three: Launder The Garment

After you’ve treated the stain and rinsed it, you can now think about starting the washing machine cycle. Before you begin laundering, make sure your washing machine temperature is at 30 degrees because this setting will remove hot chocolate stains better.

Step Four: Dry Your Garment

Once your washing cycle has ended, inspect your garment to see if the stain has disappeared. If it has, you can air-dry your garment.

Life is definitely sweeter when you know how to tackle stubborn stains!

Enjoy your hot chocolate!

If you are still unsure of how to remove hot chocolate stains or any other stains, just get in touch with us! We’ll collect your garment as soon as you’ve booked a service and deliver it back within 24 hours – all fresh, clean and stain-free!

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Does Drying Your Clothes Inside Out Help?

Drying is fundamental in caring for your clothes. If not dried well, your clothes could smell, and the washing before would almost end up being in vain. You can dry your clothes using the tumble dryer, clothesline or indoor drying rack (for winter) but does drying your clothes inside out help? The short answer is yes and by the end of the blog, you’ll understand the reasons behind this.

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Why Drying Your Clothes Inside Out Help?

When it comes to drying, it’s good to be pedantic and pay attention to the little details. If you’re hanging clothes to dry in the summer, it’s important to dry them inside out because it drastically reduces the chances of your clothes fading.

When they are inside out, it will protect them from the sun’s UV rays because the more sun exposure your clothes get, the more chances of colours fading.

Crucially, drying your clothes inside out will also prevent those stubborn wrinkles from forming.

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There are also benefits to drying your clothes inside out in a tumble dryer. Unfortunately, many people put their clothes in the tumble dryer without being careful.

You don’t have much control over your clothes once the tumble dryer is running and at times, clothes do get ruined. The good news it you can reduce the chances of this happening by turning your clothes inside out as this will reduce the risk of zips and buttons getting damaged.

Not only will this preserve your clothes better but it will also protect your dryer because exposure to metal and buttons can cause mechanical damage.

We hope this blog has helped. It’s always worth being pedantic and taking the best care of your clothes. Whether it’s washing or drying, your clothes deserve the best care.

Book a Service With Laundryheap!

If you do need help with laundering your clothes, get in touch with Laundryheap! We’ll collect your clothes on the same day and deliver them back to you within 24 hours – all clean, fresh and dry!

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How To Take Care Of Your Cardigans

Those winter days yearn for cardigans as they keep you warm and cosy! Cardigan is essential for the winter but because of its delicacy, it does need special care and attention. With proper care, your cardigans will last for years. In this blog, we’ll give you the best tips to care for your cardigans!

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1. Always Read The Label

When it comes to other garments, you might be able to get away with ignoring the label (even if it’s advised to read it). However, with cardigans, you will risk shrinking and fading them if you don’t read the label and proceed to wash them without care.

To properly care for your cardigans, read the labels to see details on washing, ironing, drying, dry clean etc.

2. Try To Wash By Hand

As a rule, try to avoid the washing machine because this can cause shrinking. Always opt to wash by hand as it helps preserve them better and keeps their fabrics intact.

To do this, wash your cardigan in cold water using a non-bio detergent. Let your cardigan soak for 30 minutes and then start to rinse under cold water. Once it’s been rinsed, gently squeeze the water out and roll it in a towel to ensure all the water is gone.

3. Don’t Over-Wash

Cardigans are mostly made out of wool and if it gets exposed to too much water regularly, they will start to wear down and lose their quality. To keep it safe, wash it every 5 wears but even then, spot-cleaning usually does the job.

Your body is not prone to sweat in the winter, so you won’t need to wash your cardigan as much, but if there is a spill or stain, you need to wash it immediately.

4. Wear a T-Shirt Underneath

It’s common for people to wear multiple layers in the winter. It does the job and keeps us warm! While cardigans do a great job themselves in keeping us cosy and warm, wearing a t-shirt underneath actually takes care of your cardigans better. This is because a t-shirt plays the part of a barrier that limits sweat and odour from getting to your cardigan. If there is less sweat on your cardigan, there is less need to wash the cardigan so it does a great job in preservation!

5. Fold Your Cardigans

A crucial tip to care for your cardigans is to fold, not hang, them. Hanging will cause them to stretch and lose their shape. So whenever you have washed and dried your cardigans, ensure they are folded neatly in a drawer or a shelf.

6. Contact Professionals To Care Of Your Cardigans

Winter is a great time to be all snuggled up on the sofa, drinking hot chocolate and watching TV. The thought of getting up to do your laundry chores can be annoying. The good news is, with Laundryheap, you can rely on us to take great care of your cardigans so you can stay cosy!

Our ironing and dry-cleaning services will ensure your cardigans will stay in tip-top condition so you can stay warm all winter!

Once you book a service, our team will collect your laundry and deliver them back to you within 24 hours – all clean and fresh!

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5 New Year Resolutions To Make In 2023

It’s a tale as old as time – when the new year comes, people are more motivated to set goals for themselves. Most times, the motivation to achieve these goals fades away by February. To make your year different, it’s best to set realistic goals and we’re here to help you do just that! Here are 5 new year resolutions to make in 2023.

1. Read More

Start the opening chapter of your 2023 by making it a new year resolution to read more

Whether it’s news articles, fiction or non-fiction books, reading is a great routine to add to your day. Not only will it keep you away from your phone, but it also benefits your memory, reduces stress, and allows you to learn new vocabulary.

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2. Travel

If the last few years have taught us anything it’s that life is unpredictable and it’s better to tick things off the bucket list while you can.

Therefore, travelling is one crucial new year resolution to make in 2023. Travelling creates thrilling new experiences that will broaden your knowledge of different cultures and meet interesting people.

The best thing about travelling is that it doesn’t have to be expensive as there are many budget-friendly places.

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3. Balance Your Work-Life Balance

Life as an adult isn’t easy. You get home and there is no time to cook or do the laundry. It gets harder when you’re a parent. It can also get overwhelming especially when you miss out on quality time with friends and family.

It’s essential you make it a new year resolution to better balance your work-life so you get to do the things you love.

The good news is that you can manage your work-life balance better by booking with Laundryheap. Our fast and reliable laundry services do the laundry for you so you can enjoy your free time more.

Once we collect your dirty laundry, we’ll return them back to you all clean within 24 hours!

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4. Cook More

We know it’s tempting to order takeaway but unlike laundry chores, cooking can be therapeutic, healthy and full of joy. Nothing beats the feeling of excitement after cooking a fresh meal.

What’s more, you have complete control over your meal’s ingredients which makes it more enjoyable.

So for 2023, make it a goal to make full use of your kitchen and cook more.

If you come across any food stains on your apron, just contact Laundryheap and we’ll remove them for you!

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5. Improve Your Quality of Sleep

Out of all the new year resolutions to make in 2023, getting quality sleep is a top priority.

Getting sufficient of sleep gets us in a better mood in the morning and increases productivity.

Set a resolution this year to ensure you improve your sleep quality. Whether it’s cutting down on caffeine or improving your bedroom environment, finding ways to improve sleep quality is a must.

If you suspect your duvet, pillowcases, bed sheet and linen need cleaning, just get in touch with Laundryheap and we’ll clean them for you to ensure you sleep comfortably.

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These 5 new year resolutions to make in 2023 are a great way to boost overall productivity.  

Whether it’s reading more or balancing your work-life better, we hope the new year sees a new you.

Laundryheap would like to wish you a great 2023!

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3 Reasons Why Your Office Needs a Laundry Service

The office environment, much like any other work environment, does get overwhelming with the tasks. Even after completing these tasks, it can feel like work truly doesn’t stop as your employees still need to make sure they clean their uniforms when they get home. Fortunately, Laundryheap is the solution to keeping your employees morale up! In this blog, we’ll list 3 reasons why your office needs a laundry service.

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1. Employee Perks

There is no doubt that in the modern working environment, work-life balance is the number one priority for all workers. In fact, employees are known to get disgruntled if they are spending too much time working and not enough time enjoying their free time.

Your office needs a laundry service because Laundryheap can be a crucial employee perk that keeps your employees satisfied and motivated.

At Laundryheap, we believe in making life easier not just for your business but also for your employees. With our laundry service, your employees don’t need to spend after-work time doing the laundry. Instead, they can rely on us to launder, dry-clean, and iron their work uniform!

2. Professionalism

In an office environment, staff take pride in how they look. The little details matter from the shoes to the ties. For staff that have busy lifestyles, it’s hard to launder uniforms to finer details.

With Laundryheap, our team will go the extra mile to enhance your office’s professionalism; no more stains or wrinkles on your uniform!

Our laundry services will guarantee your staff’s suits look presentable, professional and sharp, especially for those Monday meetings!

3. Convenience

Laundry chores take a lot of time; from separating the colours, putting the washing machine cycle on, and drying the clothes to then folding them neatly. Sometimes, your employees may even need to go to the launderette or dry cleaners to get their uniforms cleaned. It can all be a hassle!

What your employees deserve is convenience and with Laundryheap, convenience is guaranteed. Once a service has been booked with us, we’ll pick up your staff’s laundry and return it the next day – all clean!

It’s convenient, easy and a third reason why your office needs a laundry service!

A laundry service goes a long way in keeping employees happy and making life easier for them in the office. It also comes in handy whenever there is an event and they need their suits dry-cleaned and ironed.

Partner with us today!

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The Guide To A Christmas Bedroom

The Christmas tree is up, and presents are all wrapped up – it is beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Decorations are glamorous but it doesn’t have to stop in your living room; spread the festive spirit further and decorate your bedroom! To help you out, we’ve compiled a guide to a Christmas bedroom!

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Christmas Bedding

It is the most wonderful time of the year but it is also the most magical time! No feeling beats the feeling of waking up on Christmas day and all snuggled up in your festive duvet! Not only will this keep you cosy throughout the cold winter nights, but it will also keep you cheery and right into the Christmas spirit!

First things first, it wouldn’t be a Christmas bedroom if you didn’t get festive-themed beddings and duvet. Christmas will get a whole lot cosier if you did!

Make sure you get red and white colours to symbolise the colours of Christmas.

Don’t forget the threat counts of your bedding! Go for 200 thread count to add an element of comfort.

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Pillows

Your Christmas Bedroom would be incomplete without a pillow. While it is a time of joy and happiness, the preparation itself can cause Christmas chaos so make sure you sprinkle extra Christmas magic in your room with a comfy pillow!

A pillow that has Christmas lyrics on it is sure to make your room extra Christmassy!

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Hang a Wreath In Your Christmas Bedroom

Sometimes simplicity is the key to happiness and if you want to go the extra mile, we suggest hanging a wreath somewhere in your room. Whether it’s on a wall or just above your bed, it is a magical feature that adds more glamour to your room!

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We hope this guide to a Christmas bedroom has helped!

Embracing Christmas is great for the overall atmosphere in your house – whether in the living room or the bedroom. It is a time of love and togetherness.

A friendly reminder that if you notice any stains on your Christmas bedding or pillows, just get in touch with us and we’ll remove them for you! After 24 hours, we’ll return them to you all clean!

We, at Laundryheap, would hate to see stains ruin your Christmas mood!  

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