Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Rawpixel / Getty Images Even if we do laundry almost every day, it’s easy to forget that the washing machine itself needs regular ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Quick question: Is your washing machine starting to smell worse than the sweaty leggings you throw in there? If the answer is yes, ...

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 ...

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Pour vinegar in, run a hot cycle, then sprinkle baking soda and run another—say goodbye to funky smells and gunky residue. Give the drum baffles and rubber seals some love with a toothbrush and soapy ...

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 ...

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