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For months, my husband and I couldn’t figure out where the mysterious stains on our clothes were coming from. That was, until I discovered our old washing machine was to blame. By the time we replaced ...

Regular cleaning prevents the buildup of odors, soil, and detergent residue that can affect both performance and freshness.

While your washer could be self-cleaning thanks to the soap and hot water constantly being cycled through, this appliance ...

Cleaning your washing machine might seem unnecessary since it's used for cleaning clothes, but neglecting this task can lead to several issues. Over time, detergent residue, mineral buildup and fabric ...

Your top-load washer can get dirty and fail. Learn easy deep cleaning methods for the drum, filter, and tray, plus tips to ...

I’ve always been an organized and clean person, especially when it comes to my house, but while doing research for an upcoming article, I stumbled upon a list of tasks homeowners should be doing ...