Across the forums, Mumsnetters vented their frustration at being unable to find a multi-compartment laundry basket that lived up to its hype before they stumbled across John Lewis’ bestselling Chambray Hamper. Spacious, practical and chic, this laundry basket will suit any bathroom or bedroom and help you keep on top of your weekly wash cycle.

Make sure you know the dimensions of the space you have in mind for the laundry basket and have considered how many loads you typically do a week. A good size laundry basket has a capacity of around 60 litres. Why are there holes in laundry baskets? But if you’re the type of person who likes to stay on top of your washing pile, a basket with holes may not be something you need to consider. How many laundry baskets do I need? Material: TC fabric (cotton and polyester blended) | Dimensions: ‎H60 x W30 x D40cm | Capacity: 72l ( 100l also available) What we like

8. Best laundry basket for compartments: Habitat Industrial Laundry Sorter

I think that's a great idea and will buy one for myself. Don't like having a big plastic laundry basket cluttering up my storage space."(Suggested by Mumsnet user bibbitybobbityyhat) Our verdict Linda H. Great once assembled [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a system and unit I really like this product. My issue with it is how unbelievably difficult it is to assemble. It requires super human strength in your fingers to put together.

Again, this will come down to personal preference, but it’s a good idea to have at least one. A family of four may choose to have a laundry basket in every bedroom to keep clothes organised and darks and whites separate, while smaller households may only require one. Some people may also choose to have a laundry basket for clothes and another for towels and bed linen. Where should you put a laundry basket? If all else fails, Mumsnetters recommend repurposing this old faithful: the IKEA FRAKTA blue bag. IwisheIwereamillionaire says: “I use the large blue IKEA bags as they’re easy to carry, I squish them down the side of the washing machine when I’m not using them, and they don’t take up space. I think they’re only 50p, I had mine for years, and they’ve lasted longer than any baskets I previously had!” How we chose our recommendations With three compartments for whites, darks and colours and 93 litres of storage space, you needn’t waste your precious Saturday mornings separating piles of laundry on the kitchen floor. Just carry this laundry basket downstairs using its strong handles like a carrier bag and put your washing directly into the drum! Made from fabric that feels a little bit too much like plastic, according to previous customers, it is surprisingly free-standing but still easily collapsible. In short, this is a well-priced and smart-looking laundry basket that makes life just a little easier. And we’re big fans of that. Every article starts its life on the Mumsnet forums, where we spend hours sifting through discussion threads in search of the products that parents rated, and with over 10 million unique users per month, that’s a lot of expertise to draw on. Laundry, in particular, is a hot topic, so we looked for those laundry baskets mentioned frequently and had plenty of positive recommendations. Expert opinion We've got two nice wooden box style ones on the landing - lights and darks. And a small one in my son’s room.” (Type suggested by Mumsnetter BringMeThatHorizon) Our verdictWhether you want to show it off or for it to be discreet, it will look good in any room in the house. The separate fabric totes keep the laundry process easy. The accompanying sense of relief and what can only be described as smugness experienced on the confirmation that an optimum load level has indeed thus far not been reached is truly liberating. Laundry requires multiple steps, which can be overwhelming when facing the average family’s washing pile. So, why not skip a step and save yourself the trouble of sorting colours by purchasing the reasonably priced Industrial Laundry Sorter from Argos' Habitat range? Will you be carrying washing up and down stairs or from room to room and therefore require a basket with handles? Above all, your laundry basket should be large enough to hold a load of laundry but not so big that it’s impossible to carry it to the washing machine. Consider buying one with strong handles, a removable liner or wheels for portability. Alison E. A little bit fiddly to A little bit fiddly to construct but I am not a fan of pictorial instructions. Worth it when it’s done though. Looks sleek and very practical.

Assembly was relatively straightforward. The basket is very sturdy and is attractive in the bathroom. It isn’t the cheapest option but is well worth the investment in my opinion. This will last for years to come. Jean K. Easier Life [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Excellent product. It makes life easier by having three separate compartments, as washing is already sorted. Plus it holds a huge 90 litres of dirty washing, making it perfect for large families who get through a lot of laundry, and looks rather stylish too. I've always washed my daughter's clothes separately and she's nearly 2! I'm not even really sure why now, just that it's easier to keep things separate when it comes to sorting and putting them away.” (Type suggested by Mumsnetter AliasGrape) Our verdict Piling up dirty clothes in a confined place can lead to mould and mildew, so a laundry basket with holes may reduce the risk of this. The holes can also help to keep the laundry basket clean by allowing odours and moisture to escape, and holes will make the basket lighter when you’re carrying a load of washing, wet or dry, around the house.

I have one basket in the family bathroom (for me and DH), it has 3 compartments - for darks, lights & colour clothes and this system works extremely well. I wash every time one of the compartments is close to filling up." (Three compartment system tried and trusted by PurplePansy05) Our verdict