How to life-hack your washing machine and water bills - tips from a Sunderland genius

By Chris Cordner

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Published 19th May 2023, 17:19 BST

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Super saver Lynne Buddin is back with more of her handy tips - and this time your wallet, water and washing machine could all benefit.

Lynne, who helps husband Andy to run his business in Jacky White's Market called 'Andyman Upcycling, is a dab hand at life hacks and she has two more to share with us.

Lynne Buddin and husband Andy who runs Andyman Upcycling at Jacky White's market. — Lynne Buddin and husband Andy who runs Andyman Upcycling at Jacky White's market. | ugc

Lynne Buddin and husband Andy who runs Andyman Upcycling at Jacky White's market. — Lynne Buddin and husband Andy who runs Andyman Upcycling at Jacky White's market. | ugc

A helping hand with your washing

Have a look at her video to find out how you can stop mildew building up on your washing machine.

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And how about a way of saving a few pennies on your water bill. Lynne tackles that issue as well.

Lynne Buddin — Lynne Buddin | ugc

Lynne Buddin — Lynne Buddin | ugc

She spent 10 years in restaurant catering, 20 years in the care sector, loves crafts, she’s an exam invigilator and a speaker for the WI.

A tip to help protect your washing machine. — A tip to help protect your washing machine. | ugc

A tip to help protect your washing machine. — A tip to help protect your washing machine. | ugc

More life hacks to try out

Lynne loves board games, live theatre and foreign travel - and she loves helping Echo readers.

So here's her latest life hacks and have a look at these tips she shared with us earlier.

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