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Home & Lifestyle: your questions answered

Can I use American laundry products in a UK washing machine?
In most cases, yes. Look for the HE (high-efficiency) symbol on US detergents such as Tide, which means they're formulated for low-water machines like the front-loaders common in the UK. Follow the dosing guide and measure carefully, as US caps and pods may be sized differently from UK products. Liquid fabric softeners like Downy go in your machine's softener drawer.
How do I convert US sizes on household products?
US packs list liquids in fluid ounces and weights in ounces or pounds. One US fluid ounce is about 29.6 ml, so 64 fl oz is roughly 1.9 litres, and one pound is about 454 g. Our listings show metric sizes first with the US measurement in brackets, so you can compare with UK products easily. For bottles and containers, check capacity in ml as well.
How should I store laundry pods and cleaning products safely?
Keep laundry pods, detergents and cleaning products in their original containers, closed, and stored up high or in a locked cupboard, out of reach of children and pets. Pods can look like sweets, so never leave them out. Handle pods with dry hands, as they dissolve in water. Never mix different cleaning products, particularly bleach with other cleaners, as this can release harmful fumes.
Why do US household products appeal to UK shoppers?
Many people discover American favourites, such as Downy's scents or Owala's water bottles, on trips to the US and want the same products at home. Others are looking for specific refills, filters or replacement parts for things they bought in the US. Our range brings together household names and harder-to-find specialists, from kitchen and laundry to stationery and outdoor gear.