A washing machine that isn't working properly results in musty, odor-ridden clothes at the end of a cycle. Its decline, however, isn't always obvious immediately, so it's important to watch for the ...

Woman staring at clothes and making a disgusted face - Kmpzzz/Shutterstock It's that time of the week to do your laundry. You sort the dirty items, pour the detergent in, load the machine, and start ...

All washing machines have a flexible seal around the door to help prevent leaks. The seal traps water, soil, and product residue after each wash, which can lead to mold and mildew growth. Cleaning the ...

Nobody wants to open up the washing machine to catch up on laundry only to be assaulted by the odor of mildew, old socks and ...

A woman insisted that if you’re not using a top-loading agitator washing machine, your clothes aren’t getting clean—and she cast aspersions on those who dared to use a top-loading machine. The video ...

From sanitizing the drum to tackling those neglected detergent trays, giving your washing machine a proper refresh can be ...

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 ...

Monitor this appliance closely to ensure it is doing its job. A washing machine that isn't working properly results in musty, odor-ridden clothes at the end of a cycle. Its decline, however, isn't ...