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The gasket on front load washers traps moisture and residues that allow mold to grow. Learn how to safely remove mildew from all types of washing machine door seals.

Is there a funky smell coming from your washing machine? If you have a front-loader, it could be mold or mildew. The problem's been around for years, but why? Consumer Reports scientists have some ...

I have had issues with odor from my front-loading washing machine, even though I almost always take the clothing out soon after washing and leave the door open. I haven’t always cleaned the gasket, ...

TAMPA, Fla (BLOOM) — Ever noticed that your freshly washed clothes don’t smell as clean as they should? If your washing machine is emitting an unpleasant odor, you’re not alone. Washing machines, the ...

Dear Heloise: If you have a front-loading washer, you may have experienced the problem of a foul smell within the gasket inside the door. The smell is caused by water that sits under the gasket. We ...