Regular cleaning prevents the buildup of odors, soil, and detergent residue that can affect both performance and freshness.

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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 requires regular cleaning. But, much like your dryer’s lint ...

When it comes to spring cleaning those tough appliances, all you truly need are cleaning solutions and elbow grease. A water and vinegar mixture will do the trick for many of the appliances in your ...

It’s easy to ignore cleaning your machine which keeps your clothes clean. But remember, your washing machine has an ideal environment for bacteria and mold. Detergent residue, warm temperatures, dirt ...

As part of ABC13's mission this week to find all the cleaning hacks, we're going inside your laundry room to tell you how best to use and treat your washer. Kristin Humphrey, the owner of Home Clean ...

A cleaning fan has shared a little-known washing machine drawer hack that makes cleaning the fiddly compartment much easier - ...

Whilst mould is an extremely common cleaning problem that plagues numerous areas of a washing machine, many people overlook the rubber seal surrounding their washing machine door. The rubber seal ...

A cleaning pro weighs in on her thoughts on washing a heavy comforter in your laundry machine, with tips for washing other bulky items, too.