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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 ...

It can be easy to overlook cleaning the things we use to clean other things, but major appliances like washing machines and dryers do need to be cleaned and properly maintained to optimize performance ...

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 ...

It seems counterintuitive but one of the best ways to make sure your clothes are clean is, in fact, to clean your washing machine. There are plenty of reasons why a washing machine needs to be cleaned ...

It can be easy to overlook cleaning the things we use to clean other things, but major appliances like washing machines do need to be cleaned and properly maintained to optimize performance and ensure ...

If you haven’t seen me on the CBS News “Sunday Morning” show, Instagram, or TikTok, you may have missed my best laundry advice. I’m Rich Handel, and I’ve been at Consumer Reports for more than two ...

Many of us rely on our washing machines to keep our clothes fresh and clean, but how often do we think about cleaning the machines themselves? A recent discussion has emerged where people are sharing ...

Know Your Stuff is a new column that unlocks the hidden secrets about the everyday products you own. Like nearly every item in your house that you take for granted, the humble washing machine has a ...