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5 laundry tips to manage the laundry this holiday season

November 23, 2023. We’ve compiled a list of 5 tips to help you manage the washing these holidays so that you spend the least amount of time in the laundry, and the most amount of time enjoying time out with the family.

How to care for linen sheets for many years of peaceful slumber

July 31, 2023. Linen sheets are often more expensive than cotton. But if you look after them well, they’ll last longer than cotton, and give you many years of cosy and comfortable sleeps.

Yes, we’re just a laundromat - sharing our customer service values with you

Aug 23, 2022. We know that doing the laundry is not the most exciting job in your day or week. But it’s one of those chores that must get done. Behind the scenes, we work to deliver you a 5-star experience. Our service to our customers is based on these four cornerstone values:

7 laundry tips to make your clothes last forever (or as long as possible)

Dec 7, 2021. Every year Australians buy on average 27kgs of new clothes and throw out 23kgs in the same year! Starting today, you can contribute to lessening the load on the environment by wearing your clothes for longer. To help you, we’ve listed 7 ways to wash your clothes to make them last longer.

11 things you didn’t know you could put in a washing machine

Nov 16, 2021. We’ve put together a list of items you can put in the washing machine that you may not have thought of! You’ll save yourself time and money, and you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the results.

11 things you didn’t know you could put in a washing machine

Star Lifestyle Tips - 5 simple mindfulness tips for more harmony in daily living

Oct 11, 2021. Practising mindfulness will help you to slow your brain down so it can think better, as well as slowing your breath down so that you feel calmer. Here are 5 mindfulness exercises to help you.

Don’t like ironing? Follow these tips for wrinkle-free clothes

Sept 15, 2021. If you’re not a big fan of ironing, you’ll love these tips to keep your clothes as wrinkle free as possible. And it starts with the way you wash and dry.

Dedicated Pet Washing Machines now available at Star Laundromats

Aug 12, 2021. Dedicated washing machines for your pet blankets, bedding, pillows and clothing items are now at Star Laundromats! There is one near you.

5 ways to avoid the dreaded laundry pile up

Jul 15, 2021. Avoiding the laundry pile up can be avoided. You’ll spend less time doing the laundry with our 5 tips below, so that you have more time to do the things you really enjoy. Here’s how:

Can you wash clothes that say “dry cleaning only”?

Jun 15, 2021. “Firstly, always check the label for washing instructions.” We agree, but more and more labels are saying “dry clean only” which is not necessarily required. Read on for some guidelines.

11 tips to wash and dry your woollen jumpers, scarves, gloves and beanies this winter

May 14, 2021. Washing your woollen jumpers and accessories is easier than you think. Wool is a natural fibre that is resilient, stain and odour resistant.

Tips to dry your laundry this winter – indoors and outdoors

Apr 13, 2021. A few simple tricks to make sure your clothes dry properly this winter will avoid that musty aroma that can waft into a room before you do – no one wants that!

Star’s Lifestyle Tips – 9 reasons why enough water is essential for your health

11 Mar, 2021. On average, a human body is made up of 60% water. Water exists in the blood, muscles and brain. The blood is made up of 90% of water and the brain 75%! That’s why we need to remain well hydrated every day, so that our body can do its work in maintaining our health and wellbeing.

How often should you wash your jeans?

24 Feb, 2021. Scour the internet for how often you should wash your jeans and you will find everything from 2 weeks to 10 years! The less the better, but not too long between wears!

Hairdressers and barbers – get your washing done at a Star Laundromat near you

Jan 13, 2021. A busy hairdressing or barber salon goes through many towels daily. We’ve made it as easy as possible for you or one of your staff to pop in, get the laundry done and back to the salon quickly. There's a Star Laundromat near you.

Health and Wellness Practitioners – get your washing done at a Star Laundromat near you

Jan 10, 2021. Chiropractors, podiatrists, physiotherapists, osteopaths, massage therapists. We’ve made it quick and easy as possible to pop into a 24x7 Star Laundromat, get the laundry done and back to the clinic or home to your family.

Take your Christmas laundry to a STAR laundromat AND receive a laundry bag FREE!

Dec 3, 2020. Laundry piles these summer holidays? Bring them to a STAR laundromat between Dec15-Jan15, top up your Eziwash, and receive one of our popular laundry bags free! Get your bedding, linens and clothing done in less than an hour!

5 tips for clean, cashless and fast laundry for 5-star Airbnb reviews

Nov 24, 2020. The best approach to managing your Airbnb laundry is to keep it simple, clean and fresh. Here are our five tips to help manage your Airbnb sheets and towels, keep them in tip top shape, and save you time and money in laundering.

Star’s Lifestyle Tips - it’s Walktober this month! Here are 5 benefits of walking

Oct 16, 2020. It’s Walktober this October, and to celebrate this global day, we researched the benefits of this very simple, accessible AND affordable form of exercise.

9 spring cleaning tips to freshen up your home

Sep 15, 2020. Thinking about a spring clean but not sure where to start? These 9 spring cleaning tips will help you get motivated and give your home a shine and sparkle. You’ll feel lighter as you declutter, disinfect and discard.

Teach your teenager to do the laundry in 7 simple steps

Aug 18, 2020. Anyone looking after teenagers knows that teaching them to do house chores regularly needs your patient and diligent commitment. Don’t worry about the rolling eyes, the pout or the excuses. Just share this article with your teenage son or daughter.

How to remove the 7 most common stains

July 20, 2020. Keeping clothes stain free is not always possible. Especially if you have little kids, working in hospitality or trades, or you’re just a little clumsy – we’ve all been there! Here are our tips to get onto the 7 most common stains fast and keep them from wrecking your clothes.

Star’s Lifestyle Tips – 7 ways to look after your mental health during changing times

June 17, 2020. During times of uncertainty, humans have an amazing capacity to adapt and evolve. 2020 will be a year to remember, a year in which we experienced significant change. And if we try and hang on too tightly to whatever is already in the process of change, we create more stress and anxiety than the change itself.

How often should you wash your clothes? Jeans, jumpers and more…

May 25, 2020. Wondering how often is often enough? Most people have their own rhythms when it comes to how often they wash their clothes, but here are some simple guidelines to maintain good health and hygiene.

Coronavirus Laundry Tips: Wash regularly and wash with hot water

March 23, 2020. Viruses don't live past 60C - wash hot and regularly. Everyone is doing their part to prevent the spread of this virus and at Star Laundromat, we are taking precautionary measures to ensure our laundromats remain safe, clean and hygienic.

Small Business Laundry Service – Fast, Affordable, On Your Way Home

Mar 12, 2020. Are you a small business owner looking for a fast, reliable and affordable laundry service? If you use towels, linen or bedding in your business, our state-of-the-art-machines will have your washing cleaned and dried in less than an hour.

Star’s Lifestyle Tips - 5 health benefits of drinking coffee

Feb 19, 2020. Coffee drinkers have something to celebrate. The more science looks into whether coffee is good for you or not, the more they’re discovering that coffee is good for you!

How to donate to South Australia’s bushfire crisis

Jan 10, 2020. Choosing where to donate your dollar is a personal decision. Whatever your cause, we've compiled seven ways to donate to the bushfire crisis in your local community as well as in other states.

Here’s how to keep your white sheets nice and white!

Dec 15, 2019. If you enjoy the feeling of slipping between fresh white cotton sheets for a restful night’s sleep, here’s our tips on keeping your white sheets fresh and white for years.

How to store your doonas and blankets away until next winter

Nov 15, 2019. Over the winter, dead skins cells, bug debris, oil residue and mildew collect in our bedding. You want to make sure your doonas and blankets are cleaned and fully dried before they get tucked away till next winter.

The Star Laundromat near me is a “Great place to drink my milk while I wash my clothes”

Oct 14, 2019. Thinking about using a laundromat, even if you already have a washer and dryer? We wanted to share some of our Google reviews with you so when you are looking for a “laundromat near me”, you will head on over to a Star Laundromat near you!.

Star’s Lifestyle Tips – Why spring cleaning your home improves your wellbeing

Sep 14, 2019. Have you experienced that satisfying “aaaahh” sensation after decluttering or cleaning There are physiological reasons why spring cleaning is not only good for your home but good for your overall sense of wellbeing.

Don’t make these 7 most common laundry mistakes

Aug 14, 2019. Learning to avoid common laundry mistakes will keep your clothes and bedding looking good for much longer, and since you have made the investment, you may as well enjoy them for as long as you can.

There is a 24x7 Star Laundromat in Adelaide near you!

July 14, 2019. Our laundromats are throughout Adelaide’s metropolitan suburbs and are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For shift workers, early risers and people who like to do gym workouts in the middle of the night!

Star’s Lifestyle Tips - Stay warm and well in Adelaide this winter

June 14, 2019. Winter is definitely here and in the last few weeks we have battened down the hatches and started the Adelaide version of “hibernation” - basically more time indoors with a few outings to local festivals or the footy!

13 tips to look after your clothes and bedding this winter

May 10, 2019. Did you know that winter clothes and bedding are a haven for bugs and germs? Hats, gloves, scarves and coats are common winter items that are not washed as often as our other clothes. Here are tips to care for our winter clothes.

Star’s Lifestyle Tips – Becoming minimalist and how to stop hoarding clothes

April 12, 2019. Becoming more minimalist in your life is a series of small steps and changing habits that eventually impact the way you make decisions about what you buy, keep and use on a daily basis.

Star’s Lifestyle Tips - 9 free ways to reduce daily stress

March 20, 2019. A little bit of nervous tension keeps us active, focussed and meeting our needs as well as the needs for those in our care. But if nervous tension becomes stress that is always present and your body does not get a chance to switch off, it will have a physical, emotional, and mental impact.

How to remove oil stains from your clothes

Feb 18, 2019. Most of us have attempted to remove oil stains out of our clothes, whether they come from cooking or from tools in the shed, sometimes successfully and sometimes not. There is no doubt that oil stains are sticky and like to cling to clothing fibres.

Laundry Tips 101: The basics to keep your clothes looking good

Jan 15, 2019. First impressions do count and if your clothes are looked after, clean and neat, then this goes a long way to giving out the right message. Learning a few simple laundry tips to keep your clothes looking good over time will become second nature eventually.

Christmas at your place this year? Take your linen to a STAR Laundromat

Dec 10, 2018. Did you put your hand up to host Christmas this year? Did everyone say yes? Do you now have a party of 15 or more coming along? Have you added to your Christmas workload with guests staying too? You have a couple of busy weeks ahead of you and we are here to at least help with the laundry!

Bedding for a family of 4, 5, or more? There is a Star Laundromat near you!

Nov 12, 2018. How often do you wash your sheets, pillows and doonas? Weekly, fortnightly, monthly? Less? We spend eight hours a night sleeping, tossing, turning, sweating and shedding layers of skin all over our bedding every night.

7 reasons to use a laundromat – even if you have a washing machine

Oct 14, 2018. Here at Star Laundromat, we often say – “The world’s most boring chore does not need to be miserable”. Nor does it need to be labour intensive. Here are 7 reasons why using a laundromat makes sense, even if you already have a washing machine.

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Aberfoyle Park

Aberfoyle Park Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Cherry Gardens, Clarendon, Coromandel Valley, Craigburn Farm, Flagstaff Hill and more.

Athol Park

Athol Park Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Mansfield Park, Angle Park, Pennington, Ottoway, Woodville North and more

Blackwood

Blackwood Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Aberfoyle Park, Belair, Bellevue Heights, Coromandel Valley, Craigburn Farm and more.

Blair Athol

Blair Athol Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Kilburn, Enfield, Clearview, Sefton Park, Prospect, Nailsworth and more

Bowden

Bowden Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Ovingham, Brompton, Ridleyton, Croydon, Welland, Hindmarsh, Thebarton, North Adelaide and more

Brighton

Brighton Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Somerton Park, Hove, Warradale, Dover Gardens, Seacombe Gardens, Seacliff and more

Christies Beach

Christies Beach Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of O'sullivan Beach, Lonsdale, Christie Downs, Noarlunga Centre,Port Nourlanga, Hackham West, Huntfield Heights and more

Dernancourt

Dernancourt Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of Holden Hill, Hope Valley, Highbury, Athelstone, Paradise, Newton, Campbelltown, Windsor Gardens and more

Elizabeth

Elizabeth Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs Elizabeth South, Elizabeth Vale, Hillbank, Elizabeth East, Elizabeth North, Davoren Park, Edinburgh North, Edinburgh and more

Elizabeth Downs

Elizabeth Downs Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs Blakeview, Smithfield, Elizabeth North, Elizabeth, Elizabeth Park, Craigmore and more

Elizabeth Park

Elizabeth Park Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs Blakeview, Smithfield, Elizabeth North, Elizabeth, Elizabeth Downs, Craigmore and more

Flinders Park

Flinders Park Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of Kidman Park, Findon, Beverley, Allenby Gardens, Welland, Torrensville and Underdale

Fulham

Fulham Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of Henley Beach, Fulham Gardens, Kidman Park, Lockleys, Brooklyn Park and West Beach

Gawler East

Gawler East Star Laundromat located at Springwood Place, coinless or cash. Services suburbs Gawler, Hewett, Willaston, Gawler West, Evanston, Gawler South and more

Hampstead Gardens

Hampstead Gardens Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Broadview, Clearview, Collinswood, Enfield, Greenacres, Hillcrest and more.

Hawthorn

Hawthorn Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of Clapham, Colonel Light Gardens, Highgate, Hyde Park, Kingswood, Malvern, Mitcham.

Kilkenny

Kilkenny Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of Angle Park, Athol Park, Cheltenham, Croydon, Ferryden Park, Mansfield Park, Pennington.

Magill

Magill Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of Rostrevor, Hectorville, Tranmere, Kensington Gardens, Rosslyn Park, Auldana, Woodforde and more

Morphett Vale

Morphett Vale Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of Christies Beach, Christies Downs, Hackham, Hackham West, Huntfield Heights, Lonsdale.

Munno Para

Munno Para Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Andrews Farm, Smithfield Plains, Smithfield, Blakeview, Craigmore, Munno Para and more

Para Vista

Para Vista Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Ingle Farm, Walkley Heights, Valley View, Modbury, Modbury North, Modbury Heights and more

Plympton Park

Plympton Park Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs Glenelg, Glengowrie, Morphettville, Park Holme, Ascot Park, Edwardstown, South Plympton, Plympton, Glandore, Camden Park, Novar Gardens and more

Ridgehaven

Ridgehaven Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Modbury, Hope Valley, St Agnes, Redwood Park, Golden Grove, Surrey Downs, Wynn Vale and more

Royston Park

Royston Park Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of St Peters, Gilberton, Walkerville, Vale Park, Marden, Payneham, Evandale, Stepney, Maylands, Felixstow and more

Salisbury North

Salisbury North Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services suburbs of Burton, Paralowie, Salisbury Downs and Salisbury

Tusmore

Tusmore Star Laundromat, coinless or cash. Services residents of Beaumont, Burnside, Beulah Park, Glenside, Glenunga, Leabrook, Linden Park, Norwood & more.

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