Even if we do laundry almost every day, it’s easy to forget that the washing machine itself needs regular cleaning, too. Detergent residue, lint, and even mold can build up inside, creating odor and ...

Your washing machine is a magnet for mold and mildew. Make cleaning your washing machine a routine to prevent the transfer of odors to your wardrobe. With a little work, your system will continue to ...

If you assume the inside of your washer is the cleanest place in your home because you put detergent through it with every load of laundry, join the club. Most people think that — and that's a really ...

Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

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 ...

Two everyday ingredients are all you need to refresh your washer. You may think a machine that cleans clothes would be self-cleaning, but that’s not the case for your washing machine. Cleaning your ...

From time to time, you may notice a musty odor when opening your washing machine. Whether you have a front- or top-loader, the machine’s rubber gasket may be to blame. This piece of rubber helps seal ...