The washing machine is an essential appliance in the home, but over time, it can accumulate detergent residues, lint, and other debris that affect its performance. Keeping it clean not only extends ...

It’s nice to have options, but when it comes to washing machine settings, decision fatigue is real. On my Maytag, there are nine wash cycles, including something called Whitest Whites. And that’s on ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. You wash your shirts, your pants, your jacket—all the things that bring you into contact with the outside ...

Dirty or moldy washing machine? There are a few easy ways to get your clothes and washing machine smelling fresh and clean again. And there's even a way to keep mold from coming back. Here's how.

Can your washing machine "eat" your socks? One of life’s greatest questions may finally be solved — and in true “Scooby-Doo” fashion, the culprit was under our noses the entire time. In a viral video ...

Wool blankets are durable, insulating, and breathable. Learn how to wash a wool blanket in the washing machine, by hand, and tips to freshen a wool blanket between washings.