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"Just like any appliance, you need to properly maintain it. And cleaning is a part of proper maintenance for any appliance you'd like to keep working better for longer," says Jennings. "The more ...

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A little maintenance goes a long way toward fresher laundry. Even if you have your laundry routine down to a science, you might not even know that your washing machine has a lint trap—much less that ...

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 ...

You’re probably familiar with the lint trap on your dryer, and, ideally, clean it after every load of laundry. But did you know that your washing machine has a filter, too? If that’s news to you, that ...

Mastering the art of laundry is one thing, but knowing how to then clean your washing machine is another. Despite your washing machine living in a warm-water, detergent, and stain-remover continuum, ...

Cleaning washing machines can be a real chore, especially as many of us rely on them to keep our laundry smelling fresh. If you notice your machine starting to pong, it may be time for a deep clean.