Dirty or moldy washing machine? There are a few easy ways to get your clothes and washing machine smelling fresh and clean again. And there's even a way to keep mold from coming back. Here's how.

Place the laundry pod directly into the drum before adding clothes—this ensures it dissolves properly and gets to work on your laundry. Use one pod per average load; overloading can prevent the pod ...

Place sneakers inside a mesh laundry bag or pillowcase to reduce impact during the cycle. This added layer helps protect both the shoes and the washing machine itself. Laces can be washed in the same ...

Person pouring liquid laundry detergent in front of washing machine. - Damian Lugowski/Shutterstock It's easy to assume that more detergent means cleaner clothes, but it doesn't actually work that way ...

Sprinkle in a little baking soda to help your detergent lift stains and brighten colors—your whites will thank you. Say goodbye to sweaty, musty or pet-smelly clothes with 1/2 cup of this magical ...

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Microplastics are turning up everywhere, from remote mountain tops to deep ocean trenches. They also are in many animals, including humans. The most common microplastics in the environment are ...

Microplastics are turning up everywhere, from remote mountain tops to deep ocean trenches. They also are in many animals, including humans. The most common microplastics in the environment are ...