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Washing symbols: what do the symbols on clothing labels mean?

Pessoa a consultar uma etiqueta com símbolos de lavagem numa peça de roupa branca

It's not always easy to understand the symbols on clothing labels.. Blue Lavandarias brings together 5 washing symbols and helps you interpret them before choosing the program.

What is the spin cycle and how does it affect your clothes?

Máquina de lavar roupa durante a centrifugação, ilustrando o que é a centrifugação e como a rotação do tambor remove o excesso de água da roupa.

Find out what the spin cycle is and how to use it correctly. Blue Lavandarias explains how this stage affects your wash and how to adjust the spin speed for each type of garment.

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