Shut the door!

Some times things are easier than you think!  

Shut the door of the Dexter express front loaders.  Watch the video and see how easy and gently it can be done!

** Check no items are hanging out over door seal

Step 1.  Push door in gentle at 3 o'clock position
Step 2   Push door handle down to 6 o'clock position gently - this position will lock the door for the duration of the wash.

How easy can it be!

 How easy can it be?   This easy!!  Using our *express* Dexter Triple Front load washer, you can fit this might big pile of dirty laundry in to one machine!  Our Laundromat offers the best of the best *express* front loaders, faster-cleaner-drier!

Simple step 1 -  Create dirty laundry by having a good time :) 












 
Step 2 - Put all that dirty laundry in one Triple machine


















Step 3 - Make sure you can sit your hand on top of the washing.  This means the machine is filled enough.  Also CHECK that nothing is hanging out as you close the door for it to seal.















 

Step 4 -  Use our fabulous Aussie owned & made Laundry Liquid and Fabric Softener, available FREE to use if you need.  
One to One and a half caps of detergent and One cap of fabric softener is enough!!





Step 5 - Only $8.00  For Hot, Warm or Cold wash!  Insert $1 or $2 coins, select your wash temp and press the green START button.  Easy!




Step 6 - If necessary....go grab a coffee from Abode Cafe.  Or just sit and enjoy what's on Telly or jump online with our FREE WiFi!!


'Laundry Today or Naked Tomorrow'

Tips for washing Doonas

This is our most viewed and favourite Tip about Doona washing, from the History of blogging about our Laundromat.  And what a perfect time to repost it.  Just as Brisbane is expected to drop in the single figures for morning Temperatures brrrrr!  So, enjoy and we hope this helps get your Doona's and Blankets snuggly clean for the chill.

Tips for washing your Doona's

* Remember all our Dexter machines have PayWave
We recommend that you can wash a Double, Queen or King Doona, King/Queen blankets or thick underlays/mattress protectors in our Dexter Maxi Front load machine $14.00 - 25 mins approx.  Or even a queen Doona will fit in our Dexter Triple load.  You can fit a Single or 'thin' double/queen in the Double Express Front Load machines.   

** Please do NOT try to cram doona's or big bulky blankets, mattress protectors in to the Top Loaders.  They will not fit in loosely enough to wash properly and you will sadly end up with a doona full of detergent.  :/

It is best if you wash Doona's on there own and not mixed with other clothing or towels.  The fillings of Doona's are thick and soak up alot of water.  Fit your Doona in so that you can still slide your hand in above the Doona at the top inside.  As the doona fills with water it will condense slightly, this will allow a good amount of movement and water coverage.   This means that you will get the 'best' cleanest wash.  Do not put any more than 1 cap of detergent in with Doona's or blankets - LESS is BEST for heavy items like this.  We recommend a WARM Wash setting.  As you close the door, check to make sure no material is hanging out to be caught between door and seal.  

~Always ....Check your doona instructions as to what temperature to set the wash, and if they can be placed in dryers ~

Big pink fluffy blanket in the Express Triple

If you are drying your Doona or Blanket - check the label first.  Start your drying on a MEDIUM temperature setting.  We recommend that you STOP the dryer and check the doona about 5 minutes in.  Make sure the doona is not getting too hot.  You can then close the door and 'press' the RESTART button.  The slowest part to dry on your Doona will always be around the seems and edges, where material is thickest.  
Karen and Geoff 





 

Did you know we are an *Express* Laundromat?

Did you know that we are an *Express* Laundromat?  Dexter produces two different types of Front load washers - the *Express* and the Standard Dexter Front loader?  When researching which machines to purchase to upgrade our old top loaders in the Laundromat.  A few vital factors came in to play.  
Here is what we listed as our 'must haves'....

1.  We needed water efficient machines to be Eco Friendly
2.  We needed reliability and excellent build quality
3.  We needed machines that were easy to use for everyone
4.  We needed energy efficient machines to be Eco Friendly
5.  We needed fast machines, that got our customers washing done quickly
6.  We needed a machine that gave *great* results every time
7.  We needed machines that were detergent efficient
8.  We needed the 'Best of the Best' we could get

We knew Dexter Laundry Equipment from the USA came top of the list for commercial laundromat equipment.  They topped out in build quality, reliability, ease of use, water and energy efficient and very detergent efficient.  Our next choice was did we go 'top of the range' and purchase the more expensive *Express* models that have the 200 G Force extraction spin?  Or the standard Dexter Front loader?  Both were good, however the *Express*  was even better!

Look for the RED Express LOGO

Standard Washer - no Express

Why? Because we decided we wanted our customers to not only get the best results, but good value for money in our Laundromat.  By purchasing the more expensive *Express* models we now have machines that spin your clothes drier, reducing the time needed in the *Express* Dryers - therefore saving you time and money.  Happy customers = happy us. 

Added benefits are it allows more customers to move more quickly in and out of our laundry.  Even though we have created a roomy, comfortable space with lots of free entertainment and chill out options....and you may be happy to sit longer.  We wanted to make sure if you were #timeshort  you could just 'get it done'

Yes! It's not too good to be true!

 Yes!  It's not too good to be true! Our Laundromat provides FREE Laundry Liquid and Fabric Softener.  

We love our laundry and we love our customers, so to make you laundry day even better, use our high quality, Australian owned & made, eco products.  Friendly to the planet, sensitive skins and our river.  

And....only 1 cap required in our *express* front loading Dexter washers. 

So many thanks for using our Laundromat and we hope you 'love' our laundry as much as we do!

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Did you know?

Did you know  all commercial laundromat dryers have a cool down period at the end of a dry cycle, usually 1 minute.  Our Dexter 'Express" Dryers are the same.

To get the best value for your money and drying dollars, we recommend the following:

$1.00 = 8 minutes (7 minutes drying/1 minute cool down)  

It is most effective to put at least $2.00 in the dryer to start.  Put any extra coins in, before the last two minutes show on the timer.  That way you will not loose a minute every 8 minutes. *** A small load (1 basket) may dry in 16 -24 minutes = $3

*Note*  The dryers work most efficiently with a full basket - up to three baskets of clothes in them.  They don't dry faster or better by spreading clothes out in to smaller loads across the dryers. 

** Drying times will depend on the mix of laundry you have in a load, heavy items like towels, jeans, winter hoodies etc will take longer.  A load of tshirts, linen, cotton items will take less.  

Our Dexter 'Express' Dryers are Triple load, modern gas dryers and are 'the best of the best in the industry'.  Combine this with our express Front load Dexter washers which have the fastest spin speeds than any other brand laundromat washers, or even standard Dexter washers!  Results are, your clothes come out drier from the washers = will dry faster, saving you time and money.  

We hope this helps you get the most out of your dollars and time at our Laundry.

Karen & Geoff 

Cold snap coming Brisbane!

brrrrr.... word is, our warm weather is likely to disappear with a cold snap and rain this weekend!  Time to pull out the woollies, blankets, doona's, jumpers, flannel pj's and get them ready for Winter.  Scoot on down to our Laundry, get them in our BIG Dexter *express* machines.  They are perfect for big fluffy winter items and only take 23 mins to wash.  Here are some old, but great winter tips from our Blog archive:

1. Colder weather, dries out our skin.  Using a gentler product in the wash, that is designed for sensitive skins, this will help the whole family's skin in Winter.  *Remember we offer FREE high quality, ECO, earth friendly, green, sensitive skin friendly detergent and fabric softener.  It's a wonderful Australian made and owned product, that gives terrific results and is much gentler on your skin. 

2.  Most of us use way too much detergent – you could probably get away with using as little as a quarter of a cup, REALLY!   An excess of detergent is bad for your clothes and it makes them stiff, it causes a waxy type of build up that will eventually make your towels water repellent and cause skin irritations for those with sensitive skins.  Clothes will come out fluffier and feeling cleaner from the dryers if you use less soap powder/detergent.   A win win - softer blankets and clothes feel so much nicer to snuggle in to.

3.  This cold dry air also can create *static havoc*   So maybe instead of using Fabric Softener try using dryer sheets, they are gauze-like pieces of tissue paper you can pop into the dryer to reduce static electricity. They also add a pleasant fragrance and help to soften your clothes.  Use a lower heat on the dryers too, remove any synthetic items as soon as they feel dry to touch.  If you leave these in too long, they are STATIC creating monsters!

4.   Wool - Always ensure you read the label for specific care instructions, as they may vary.   It is recommended to turn the garment inside out for laundering and to avoid bleaches and harsh detergents, unless they are Woolmark approved.  Use a gentle Woolmark approved detergent.  Put the machine on a maximum of cold (delicate/gentle) cycle wash.  Wool garments can then be tumble dried but ONLY on a low setting heat cycle. Remember always read the label instructions first!

5.  Best results for your Flannel Sheets:  Flannel sheets are best washed in warm water, as opposed to hot water. Some manufacturers even recommend cold water. In any case, this will minimise color fading.  Use Vinegar the first time you wash your flannel sheets, wash them with one-half cup white vinegar. This will help keep pills (balled-up fibers) from forming on your sheets. It will also set the color in the fabric to help resist fading.  For flannel it is best if you avoid Fabric softener.  As it leaves residue behind that stiffen fabric fibers and reduce flannel's softness over time. The buildup from the softener also increases the appearance of pills.  Finally,  best results are to have the dryer on Medium to Low heat and to minimize pilling, remove your sheets from the dryer immediately you check and notice they are dry.  Leaving them in too long will dry and harden the feel and texture.

Hope this helps warm up your winter nights!  Discover how fast and easy our Laundromat is.

Getting dirty this Easter break?

Are you away enjoying this fabulous weather, camping, fishing, laying on the beach soaking up the last of the warm sun?   Kids getting dirty?  Sleeping bags needs washing?  Beach towels and play clothes need washing?  We hope that your Easter weekend is turning out to be the best fun.   So you can enjoy that time off to the max, let the kids get dirty and not have to worry about the washing piling up. 
Relax because our machines can handle sleeping bags, beach towels, blankets, pillows and all that 'dirty' fun Easter laundry.   

We are open every day, our usual hours 6.30 am till 9.00 pm.  And our FREE Laundry liquid makes it even easier.  "High quality, skin friendly, eco, Australian made & owned"  Perfect for getting not only the best results...but helping our Planet.  

TIPS for washing Sleeping Bags:

• Sleeping bags are best washed in our BIG Triple or Double Front loaders.  Do not use the Top Loaders as the agitators can tangle, pull and damage your bags.
• Always check recommendations on the bags Wash Care label.  
• Turn bag inside out for best results. 
• Use ONLY 1/4 or less a cap of detergent.  Too much and the soap will be hard to get out of the feathers, down, synthetic filling and silky exterior.  If you use too much and the detergent hasn't come out.  Put it through a second wash with NO detergent.
• Our Front Loader *Express* Dexters have an extra fast spin cycle, so most of the water will be spun out of your bag.  If it is still damp, use a dry towel to press out excess water, then you can throw both into the Dryers.
• To dry your Sleeping Bag - put it in our BIG Dexter dryers on the LOW Heat Setting.
• Stop Dryer and check the bag after approx 6 minutes to ensure heat is not impacting silky covers or linings.  Fluff your bag out, shake the filling loose and re-start Dryer.
• Depending on the Level/Standard of Sleeping Bag will determine how long it will take to dry.  However approx 16 mins, should get a lighter sleeping bag dry. 

 Below is a great Youtube Video about washing & drying your sleeping bags.

 How to wash a Sleeping Bag Video

Don't drop your undies! Check those bowls.

Laundromats attract all sorts of people, who wear all sorts of underwear.  So remember to check the bowls of your Dexter front loader or Dexter dryer when finished to make sure your undies aren't hiding against the bowl.  You don't want to cause any relationship problems for the next user do you??  Or wonder later where that favourite pair of undies went to!!  Lost socks are a common problem, but you would be surprised at the number of lost undies we find too!! 
 

6 Lessons learned from going to the Laundromat.

Have you had your home washer go on the blink?  Are your waiting for parts, or saving for a new machine?   Here is 6 great reasons to find your blessings about the inconvenience of having your home washer or dryer out of order.   Below are the 6 great reasons you can turn this annoying breakdown in to a plus. 

1.  Doing laundry at the Laundromat means it gets done faster!

•  You can put 2 or 3 loads in to our BIG express front loaders and get it done in 23 minutes, then our BIG Dryers can hold all those 2 - 3 baskets of washing.  Better than half the day it takes at home.

2.  Doing laundry at the Laundromat means you can maximise your errands.

• Being so close to the shopping hub of Indooroopilly and Taringa, you could put your laundry in and pop out to get your tyres changed, drop off the kids, get a facial at Smooth @ Taringa in our centre or pop the pooch in from a clipping.

3.  Doing laundry at the Laundromat means exploring and discovering new places. 

• Never been to our Laundromat?  Well you could discover all the great businesses right next door to us, our great neighbouring Abode Cafe, The Corner Store, The LITTLE Art Studio or Mosaic Eductation Tutors.  Plus, you will be supporting local small business people.  

 4.  Doing laundry at the Laundromat means you can sit and relax!

• Your days are busy, doing it at home means guilt enters your head and you will feel the need to finish all those chores.  That one hour at our laundromat means 'YOU' time.  Time to read a book, use our WiFi, enjoy a coffee from Abode Cafe or watch the Television.  Just plain simple 'chill time'

5.  Doing laundry at the Laundromat means meeting new people.

• We have many regulars who love the social side of coming to our laundromat.  New friends made, chatting with students, locals or discussing those broken machines at home!  It's about getting tips on how to use the machines or giving tips.  Even sometimes running in to old friends. 

6.  Doing laundry at the Laundromat means realising what a great life we have.

• Sometimes we all get caught up in our lives...those pressing issues, bills, chores and pressures.  Sometimes coming to a laundromat, you can take a breathe and realise how lucky we all are - running water, electricity, appliances to make our lives easier (even if they do occasionally break down) and the chance to find and go to a local laundromat to solve the problem.  Sometimes we all need that one hour to let ourselves rest and appreciate.  

To read the whole blog click on the link below:

Link to 6 Lessons blog 

What is best? Frontloaders or Toploaders?

We get asked quite often, what is best Front loader or Top loader washers?  Many people have personal preferences.  Both have Pro's and Con's.  

 

We personally love washing our own clothes in the Front loaders.  Front loaders are  gentler on your clothes, with no agitator for smalls and delicates to get tangled around.  They require less detergent, due to their tumbling motion that cleans the clothes more efficiently.  Less is more, with detergents for best and softest results.  One of the biggest advantages of front loader machines is that they use much less water than top loaders – up to 70% less. Our *express* Dexter front loaders are internationally renowned for their sump-free washer design and flexible water usage settings.  Compared to domestic household machines, our Dexters use significantly less water.  Our *express* Dexter machines are faster than our Top loading machines too, getting your washing done quicker and better.  23 minutes vs 35+ minutes in the Top Loaders.  

Big Frontloaders are also the BEST for Doona's, blankets, curtains and quilts because of the large bowl with no agitator. They are also designed with the fastest spin cycle, so your clothes finish much drier than in the Top loader, saving you time and money in the Dexter Dryers.  On the whole Front loaders provide a much more environmentally friendly laundry experience, quicker in and out time, better results and at less cost.  

Top Loaders are perfect for smaller loads, the washing must sit below the top of the agitator and it is best is more detergent is used.  The motion of the agitator can cause clothes to tangle, twist and pill more.  Our Top loaders cannot match the spin cycle speeds of the Dexter *express* Front loaders.   So you may have to spend more money in the Dryers to fully dry the clothes.  However, some people love Top Loader washers and trust the results they give.

We hope this helps?  At Indooroopilly Laundromat we offer both types of machines to suit your needs and likes.  Also offering a great choice of price too.  All our machines are modern designs and cleaned twice daily.  And we never mind answering questions, so if you need to ask....please feel free to ring us and ask. 

Geoff  0438 156 195
Karen 0458 587 886  

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Washing Doona's - tips for great results!

We get asked a lot about how to best wash Doona's by customers in our Laundromat.  So, here is a very popular prior tip from us about washing your Doona's.  We hope it helps get those snuggly items ready for the cooler months!

Tips for washing your Doona's 

As we have fabulous BIG FAST *express* Dexter frontloaders....and the chilly months are ahead of us.  It is a perfect time to wash and freshen up the winter warmers and bedding.

We recommend:  you can wash a Double, Queen or King Doona, King/Queen blankets or thick underlays/mattress protectors in the Triple Load Frontloaders.  You can fit a Single or 'thin' double/queen in the Double Load Frontloaders.   

Use our FREE eco laundry liquid, which is suitable for sensitive skin, it's earth friendly and Australian made and owned.  It gives great results and you only need 1 capful.  Remember "less is more" for best results with laundry detergent.

It is best if you wash Doona's on their own and not mixed with other clothing or towels.  Depending on the fillings of your Doona a warm wash is recommended.  Once the water soaks through they will condense and wash brilliantly in the *express* Dexters.  Note - do not use to much detergent, less is more - for better results in these super fast spinning *express* Dexter frontloaders.   

~Always check your doona instructions as to what temperature to set the wash, and if they can be placed in dryers~  
Once in the Dryers start on a low temp and check it after a few minutes.  If the outer covering is silky or shiny you may need to remove it after 8 minutes to make sure it does not overheat and 'pinch' the material.  Cotton covers should be started on LOW heat and checked, if okay you can then test on Medium heat.  You can stop our Dryers, check, close the door press the START button.

Hope this helps you get the best results for your winter warmers.

NOTE:   **Please do NOT try to cram doona's or big bulky blankets, mattress protectors in to the Top Loaders!!   They will not fit in properly, if they stick up above the agitator they will not get covered in water or wash through and you will end up with a doona full of detergent.  :/ 

Karen & Geoff 

There is NO Laundry Fairy!

No there is no Laundry Fairy!  

But our *express* Dexter machines get it done faster, better, easier.....

So if you have to do it, at least make it easier on yourself.

Dexter Express Machines, spin faster than anything else, meaning drier cleaner clothes at the end of the wash = LESS time needed in the dryer = saves you $$$$ and time!!  

Getting ready for winter

ahhh isn't it nice to start to feel the crispness in the air in the mornings and evenings.  The days are less muggy, the sun has a wee bit less sting and you may be starting to think about enjoying the coming cooler months.  So let's get ready for another Brissie winter!!

Doona's, blankets, quilts, throws and snugglie's.  Here are some handy tips for washing, drying and caring for your winter warmers.  We hope these tips help.

Quilts:   Quilts can be completely washable if they are made of a synthetic material or a cotton. You can wash a quilt in the cold water cycle of the washing machine, or if the label says you can wash on warm. If your quilt is made of silk, wool or another delicate material you need to dry clean the quilt to keep it looking good. When you are considering washing a quilt you need to consider what the quilt is stuffed with. If the quilt is stuffed with a wool the wool can shrink in water and pucker up when it is dry. So carefully check the Washing label.

Wool Blankets:  The rule of thumb for all pure wool clothing and blankets is to wash in cold water and use a delicate cycle on the washer.  Heat can and usually does shrink woollens, reducing them in size and ruining their appearance. Cold water and gentle washing will help keep your woollens in good condition. It is best not to dry wool items in dryers.  If you have to use the LOW heat and check it after a few minutes to ensure it is not shrinking or being damaged by the heat.  The old tip for drying wool is to lay it out on a flat surface in the sun. 

Doona's:  Most Doona's can be washed in warm water and they fit in to our BIG Triple load frontloaders.  The fillings of Doona's are thick and soak up alot of water, you will need to use less detergent than for normal washes.  Check your doona instructions as to what temperature to set the wash and dryers, as this will depend on what the filling is made from and what material is the cover. Silky material covers should be carefully dryed on LOW heat to ensure no crimping or burning.   It is best if you wash Doona's on their own and not mixed with other clothing or towels.  Feather Doona's can be dryed in our dryers on a low heat, it will help the feather fluff back up.  

Modern Microfiber Blankets and Snugglies:  There are so many beautiful soft microfiber winter blankets available now and they can be washed in a machine.  Check the label first.  Warm or cold wash, less detergent will be required with these materials.  Generally microfibre dries FAST.  So it may not need to go in to the dryer, just be hung out for a short time.  If you do pop it in the dryer, use a Low heat and check after a few minutes.

Knitted throws:   Be very careful with the speciality fluffy, hairy or silky throws - Read the label, it may require gentle hand wash only.  Knitted throws should only be washed in cold water, gently.  Hand made knits may tend to stretch in a wash, wash in frontloaders only to avoid them getting tangled with the agitator of a top loader.  Dry on a LOW heat only for a short time.  Or lay them out on a flat surface in the sun at home. 

Which Machines?  We recommend that you can wash a Double, Queen or King Doona, King/Queen blankets or thick underlays/mattress protectors in the Triple Load Frontloader.  You can fit a Single or 'thin' double/queen in the Double Load Frontloader.

*Best Not try to cram doona's or big bulky blankets, mattress protectors in to the Top Loaders!   They will not fit, be covered by water andwash properly.  Which means you may end up with a doona full of detergent.  

 

Your closest Laundromat for Brisbane's Western Suburbs

Did you know we are the closest 'self service' laundromat for suburbs west of Indooroopilly?

Located at 28 Hillsdon Road in Taringa, we lay close to the Indooroopilly boundary.  Our Laundromat is closest to those outer western suburbs of:

Chapel Hill
Fig Tree Pocket
Kenmore
Bellbowrie
Brookfield
Pullenvale
Pinjarra Hills

Also closest for suburbs of:

Jindalee
Sinnamon Park 
Mt Ommaney

We are open every day of the year from 6.30am till 9pm.  
Our Laundromat is cleaned at *least* twice a day.
High quality, skin friendly, ECO laundry liquid available.
We have easy Street Parking, Bus Stop #415 right outside.
Change is available in the laundromat.
Affordable, easy, good value modern Dexter machines.
Frontloaders take only 23 mins and give fabulous results!
8 minutes drying time for only $1.00.  Dryers hold 2+ baskets of laundry...yes they do!
We also have a BIG Triple load Front loading washer for Doona's and Blankets!
Lots of comfortable seating inside and out.
FREE WiFi, television and magazines for your enjoyment.
Cafe Abode just a minutes walk around the corner in the beautiful relaxing courtyard.. for Black Sheep espresso and delicious food, cakes, jams, relishes. 

We love our Laundromat, we hope you do too!  

Geoff & Karen  

Cleaned twice a day - ready for you

Sit inside or out!

Perfect on a rainy day!

 

Laundry Today or Naked Tomorrow!!

We love our laundry, we hope you do too....... 

We hope that our clean, friendly laundry makes you smile?
We hope that providing a beautiful, high quality, eco, skin friendly laundry liquid is a pleasant surprise?
We hope that our super fast *express* Dexter washers makes your chores disappear quicker and your clothes come out drier and cleaner than ever before?
We hope that our BIG *express* Dexter Driers can get all your towels fluffy and huggable again?
We hope that the Television, the free WiFi and the magazines makes your time there more enjoyable?
We hope that having a wonderful BIG folding table makes folding all that laundry simpler?
We hope that you enjoy filling in that hour comfortable on our gorgeous bench outside or the comfy chairs inside?
We hope that having Abode Cafe just around the corner is a nice treat for a coffee or something delicious to eat?
We hope that you meet some of other lovely laundry regulars and get to chat?
We hope that you find doing laundry at our little laundry just makes it all seem so much easier?
Finally we just hope that we make you day happier and easier?

Karen & Geoff

Hot summer days

Hot?  Me too!!  Here are some fun *cool* things to help you stay (or feel cooler) on these hot hot summer Brisbane days!  

Laundromat Tip Today.
Come down and do your laundry after 6pm, the day is cooler, the laundry has a fan and a big comfy seat outside the breeze.