"Steam can be more powerful than you think. The Steam Hygiene and Steam Refresh cycles on this washing machine help to freshen clothes and make them easier to iron. They can even remove up to 99.9% of common bacteria, without any need for harsh chemicals. Pizza's tasty but it can leave greasy marks on your clothes. Hotpoint's ActiveCare technology can deal with over 100 stains, like pizza grease, pen ink and bronzer, even when you're using 20°C washes. If you want a more eco-friendly wash, the Eco option helps to reduce energy consumption by 20% - great news for your energy bills.Good to know- The Rapid option helps to cut washing times down by up to 50% without sacrificing results- Add in anything that you've missed from the wash with the Stop&Add function- Avoid creases in clothes with the Final Care option - it tumbles your clothes for up 6 hours after the end of the cycle Why we love it ""Whatever the stain is, ActiveCare tech can get rid of it. It'll remove over 100 kinds of muck in all, from sauce spills to makeup mess. That shirt of yours isn't a goner just yet!"" - Chris, Product Copywriter"