Laundry. There’s so much more to it than just washing clothes. Thehappiness of a favourite garment freshly restored and ready to wear;the satisfaction of crisp, clean linens expertly folded; the joy of a simpletask done well. Good laundering is caring for things that you love andtaking a more mindful approach to the home. This doesn’t alwayshave to involve time and effort, but it does take knowledge. And that’swhere Laundry magazine steps in. We debunk the myths, reveal theforgotten arts that really work and combine them with modern-day,expert techniques. When to wash jeans; how to clean sneakers; cleverstain removers; folding and storing clothing; time-saving products andequipment and recipes for safe, natural cleaning solutions. And we want to give you more than simply practical advice. Alongsidethe hints and tips we explore the ecological impact of washingand drying clothes; champion cultural pioneers and revolutionarystart-ups; showcase stylish launderettes around the world and evenspeak to experimental music-makers. From advice on where to house your washing machine to using the sun’srays to clean your woollens, we hope this magazine will inspire youto make a fresh start. Just a few simple changes and your home canbe clean, sparkling and fragrant, as well as environmentally friendly. Beautiful, useful and above all entertaining, Laundry is more than just ahow-to manual – it’s a cleaning bible for modern life, as at home on yourcoffee table as it is on your utility worktop. Use it to breeze through yourchores (displaying our free ‘Laundry Rules!’ artwork on a wall is a greatplace to start), organise your home and brighten up your life.