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Is it a bad idea to use the hand washing cycle on a washing machine?

Key Points The hand wash cycle on a washing machine mimics hand washing with slow agitation.There is no final spin that can distort delicate fabrics on the hand wash cycle.Hand washing fabrics, if ...

6 clothes should always be hand-washed to keep them looking new

Ever take your favourite jumper out of the washing machine only to discover that it has shrunk into doll-size or lost its shape? While machines are good for everyday wear, they can destroy delicate ...