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How it Works.

Make laundry day easy with Speed Queen. Simplychoose and pay for your machine, start your wash or dry and let our high-techequipment do the rest.

60m

Wash + dry

Up to 18kg

Load size

7am

OPEN DAILY

Why Speed Queen

Using Speed Queen is easy.

Cleaner

Ozone-powered wash kills 3,000× more microbes than bleach — hygienic on every cycle without harsh chemicals.

Faster

Industrial machines wash up to 18kg inone go. A full week's laundry in under an hour, not an afternoon.

Cheaper

One visit replaces multiple home cycles. Lower energy use, no detergent buying, better cost per kilo.

The process

It's simple. Four steps.

First time? You'll be in and out with clean, dry laundry in about an hour — no experience needed.

01

Load your machine

Sort your laundry, popit in the drum, close the door. Detergent and fabric softener dispensedautomatically — nothing to buy, nothing to bring.

02

Select your desired wash cycle or dry heat

Choose from Quick Wash, Standard, Delicates, Heavy Duty or Bedding. Add a tumble dry with a single tap on the touchscreen.

03

Pay your way

Tap your phone (Apple Pay / Google Pay), tap your card, or pay in-app for member pricing and cycle reminders. No coins, no cash, no fuss.

04

Press start & relax

Grab acoffee, go shopping, or wait in-store. We'll notify you the moment your cyclefinishes if you're using the app.

Three ways to pay.
Zero coins.

Apple Pay · Google Pay

Phone Wallet

Fastest option. Tap your phone or watch on the reader at the machine.

Debit or credit

Contactless card payments

Contactless card accepted.

Save 10%

Speed Queen app

In-app

Save your card, start cycles from your phone, get end-of-cycle notifications and unlock member pricing.

O₃
Ozone-injected wash
Standard on every machine

The science

Powered by ozone cold-water technology

Our ozone technology uses electricity and oxygen to createozone, helping deliver a powerful clean at cold water temperatures whilereducing the need for hot water. The result is fresh, hygienically cleanlaundry with lower energy consumption.

Powerful oxidationtechnology helps reduce microorganisms
Cleans and sanitises with cold water — no hot cycle needed
Softer feel, fresher smell, no chemical residue
Uses fewer chemicals, less rinsing water, less wastewater
Cuts energy consumption on every load
Safe for sensitive skin, kids and pets

Before you visit

What to bring
(and what to skip).

Bring

Your laundry – Everyday clothing, bedding, towels and othermachine-washable items.
A phone or contactless paymentcard – Pay quickly using your card or the Speed Queenapp.
A laundry basket or bag – Makes carrying your clean laundry home even easier.

Leave at home

Detergent and fabric softener – Automatically included in every wash.
Coins and cash – All Speed Queen launderettes are cashless.
Items marked "Dry CleanOnly" – Always check the care label beforewashing or drying.

Level up

Skip a step.
Get the app.

Start any machine straight from your phone, save your card, track your cycle from anywhere, and unlock 10% off every visit as a member.

Questions

Still wondering?

How long does a full wash and dry take?

Most wash cycles take around 35 minutes. Drying timevaries depending on the size of your load, fabric type and the dryer heatsetting selected.

Do I need to bring detergent?

No. Every machine dispenses non-bio detergent andfabric softener automatically.

Can I pay with cash?

Our stores are fully cashless. Pay by phone wallet (Apple Pay / Google Pay), contactless debit or credit card, or through the Speed Queen app.

How big is a machine?

Our largest washers are 18kg — around three householdloads at once. Great for bedding, duvets and large loads.

Do you have staff on site?

Stores are self-service, but our support team is available every day via phone and chat, and machines have on-screen guidance in multiple languages.

Can I leave and come back?

Yes. Many customers choose to leave while theirlaundry is washing or drying. Our app can notify you when your cycle is nearlycomplete. Washing machine doors remain locked during the wash cycle, whiledryer doors can be opened during drying. Please collect your laundry promptly,as customers are responsible for their belongings while using the launderette.

Ready when
you are.

Find your nearest Speed Queen and get a full week's laundry done before your coffee goes cold.

The World’s No.1 Self-Service Launderette.
Open Daily

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