Laundry Tips for Large Families

Keeping your home running smoothly when you’re a large family can be tough, even though there’s lots of fun times too.

Often there aren’t enough hours in the day to get all your jobs done – like keep everyone kitted out in clean, dry clothes.

So how can you manage that mini-Everest of a laundry pile?

Follow our simple guide to transform laundry chaos into laundry calm – and reduce your energy bills.

1. Create a laundry schedule

Creating a laundry schedule will ensure everyone has the clothes they need when they need them.

Avoid feeling overwhelmed by staggering your laundry days. You might do one person’s laundry each day or manage your family’s laundry by allocating specific days for colours, whites or fabric types.

Plus set your washing machine and tumble dryer to run off-peak if you can. Washing machines and tumble dryers with eco-logic programmes will also help cut your energy bills.

2. Put a laundry basket in each room

Encourage everyone to do their bit by putting a laundry basket in their room.

Show older children how to use the washing machine and tumble dryer. They may not thank you now but knowing how to manage laundry is a skill they’ll need once they leave home.

3. Organise your laundry room like a pro

If you have a laundry room, ensure it’s clutter-free so you can easily find everything you need.

Invest in laundry organisers plus stacking or colour-coded baskets and fit shelves to keep things safe from little hands. Allow space to fold dry bedding and clothes.

4. Use a large kg capacity washing machine and tumble dryer

The bigger the laundry pile, the larger kg capacity washing machine and tumble dryer you’ll need.

The best washing machine if you’re a large family will have a 9kg to 10kg capacity, like this Bosch 10kg Spin Washing Machine with Autodosing (saving money on detergent) and handy IronAssist.

Choosing a large kg capacity washing machine or tumble dryer lets you schedule more frequent fuller laundry loads.

You’ll also get your laundry really clean and dry each time, so no more wasting time and energy running it through again.

5. Choose a washing machine and tumble dryer with the programmes you need

Most of us use the main (longer) cottons wash but life in a large family moves fast. What if you need that Saturday sports kit in a rush?

Look out for a washing machine with a Quick 30-minute option like the Bosch 10kg Spin Washing Machine with Autodosing (saving wastage and money on detergent) and handy IronAssist.

Or one that offers a fast full-load programme like the 8kg Blomberg 1400 Spin Save Washing Machine.

You know how your family works, so do your research – then buy the best washing machine for you.

Explore our range of Hotpoint, Beko, Indesit, Hoover, LG, Haier, Samsung, Bosch and Blomberg washing machines.

6. Invest in a large kg capacity heat pump tumble dryer

A reliable tumble dryer is a must-have for managing laundry in a large family – and heat pump tumble dryers are the ‘new’ big thing.

Heat pump tumble dryers are more energy efficient than vented and condenser tumble dryers. Although they tend to cost more to buy, a heat pump tumble dryer will save you money in the longer term.

Many heat pump tumble dryers also offer extra features, ranging from speedy 34-minute cycles to special settings to take care of little ones’ clothes.

7. Look out for washing machine and tumble dryer sales

Finally, we know large family budgets are tight.

So, whether you want an integrated washing machine or one that’s free-standing, buying it in a washing machine sale will get you even better value. The same applies to tumble dryers too.

If your family could benefit from some expert advice on the right laundry product for you, find your local store, or head on over to our laundry pages, to check out our range of washing machines, tumble dryers and washer dryers.