The first hint that your washer has a mildew problem is usually the musty odor. Even after running a load of laundry, your ...

We know, it feels a little bit like overkill to clean an appliance whose whole job is to clean. But cleaning your washing machine is an essential task to help ensure that bacteria, detergent, and ...

Is there a funky smell coming from your washing machine? If you have a front-loader, it could be mold or mildew. The problem's been around for years, but why? Consumer Reports scientists have some ...

Front-loading washing machines can be convenient, but the rubber gasket around the door is a nightmare to keep clean and unstained with frequent use, quickly becoming marked by mold. While cleaning ...

There’s nothing worse than pulling clothes out of the washing machine and getting a whiff of that distinctive musty smell. Here, find out why that happens, how to prevent it and how to get rid of ...

Agitation and rotation are essential components of the cleaning cycle. The friction helps scrub the clothing clean. Too many ...

There is nothing worse than opening your washing machine, ready to tackle the laundry, only to be punched in the face by the smell of mildew and wet dog. That gross odor is a massive red flag: your ...

Is this the mark of a veteran homeowner (or a true grownup): you finally know how to keep your washing machine clean? Seems like I, personally, have been doing it all wrong. Since I "graduated" from ...

Washing machines are essential appliances in our homes, serving one key purpose: to cleanse our garments, towels, and bedding so we can reuse them repeatedly without having to discard them once they ...