mine is one of those economy ones that are cheaper from 10pm-6am, my neighbours must hate me cause I do my washing as close to 10pm as possible (although only at weekends)They offer different plans for electricity where I live — it’s much cheaper between 12 am - 8 am all year round if you commit to downgrading your electricity usage during the summer months. It’s less than 2 cents/kWh during those off peak periods compared to the average rate of 14 cents/kWh. I’ll try it this year for the first time.
Unless you live in a coop and there’s a rule saying you can’t, there’s no good reason not tomine is one of those economy ones that are cheaper from 10pm-6am, my neighbours must hate me cause I do my washing at 10pm
I only do it at weekends (just me at home so better anyway to leave the washing pile up) and I live next to men who work long hours and work away (ive never met the guy who lives next door lol) so I doubt they mind. If it was young families or anything like that I would ask though.Unless you live in a coop and there’s a rule saying you can’t, there’s no good reason not to
Yeah, I bet they don’t mind and are probably doing the same! I got used to my neighbors running their machines at night. Then again, I might not be a good example because I love white noiseI only do it at weekends (just me at home so better anyway to leave the washing pile up) and I live next to men who work long hours and work away (ive never met the guy who lives next door lol) so I doubt they mind. If it was young families or anything like that I would ask though.
Just downloaded this, thankyou.Waze lets you find the cheapest fuel prices at petrol stations near you so worth using that to find where to go to buy you fuel.
I’ve just watched this on 5 on demand some interesting tips. I also like the Bargain Brits on Benefits they also have some useful tips.Posted this on another thread but it might be worth people watching “30 ways to cut your bills” on channel 5. Aired last night but it’s on My5. I found it really interesting cause they discuss how much things cost per hour.
I used to always use the quick wash then I read somewhere that the longer washes were more energy efficient so I tried them. It made no difference to my electricity consumption. It seems like it's a convenience/ time saver rather than an energy saver.Just a few tips off the top of my head:
I use the fast-wash (30 mins) on my washing machine for most loads, pre treating the odd stain if necessary, with a smidge of washing up liquid. I pause the cycle for a few minutes mid-wash, to let the clothes soak. The clothes come out spotless, then get line-dried.
I have loads more tips. But I'm going to bed now!!
Surprising. I would have thought that a shorter cycle would use less energyI used to always use the quick wash then I read somewhere that the longer washes were more energy efficient so I tried them. It made no difference to my electricity consumption. It seems like it's a convenience/ time saver rather than an energy saver.
I have started buying frozen veg and I have always found Squash nicer than the fizzy stuffInspired by the green living and discontent thread: I thought we could share tips and tricks on what we do to live frugally or post some frugal wins.
today I found a casserole pack in Asda for 20p and some celery for 21p. I’ve frozen it and I’ll throw it in a casserole or a pie this week. You have to get lucky but it’s much cheaper than buying the veg individually if you can get a pack
food wise: i also buy my veg frozen so that it keeps for ages.
I drink squash as a treat drink instead of fizzy drinks so it lasts longer.
i slow cook my food overnight when the electricity is cheapest and then portion it in the morning
I will add more when I think of some
I swear by frozen veg! No waste as it doesn’t go off and as long as I’ve got my bulk pulses, tins and some spices I can knock a meal up in minutes. I meal plan but I don’t really need to as I have everything I need.I have started buying frozen veg and I have always found Squash nicer than the fizzy stuff
I live on my own so buying fresh veg always seemed wasteful, maybe I will still buy a swede, carrots etc when I start making my winter stews again and use a soup mix to bulk them up.I swear by frozen veg! No waste as it doesn’t go off and as long as I’ve got my bulk pulses, tins and some spices I can knock a meal up in minutes. I meal plan but I don’t really need to as I have everything I need.
I prefer squash. Doesn’t leave a film around your teeth and it last so much longer. (I tell myself it’s healthier as well cause it’s 3/4 water but I mean that could be bullshit)
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