How to clean a washing machine—and what happens if you don’t

Experts share step-by-step instructions for how to clean a washing machine (both inside and out)—plus how often you should do it ...
House Digest on MSN

How to utilize underused washing machine settings for cleaner laundry

Do you simply throw clothes into your washing machine and hit start? Ditch the default setting in favor of a more nuanced approach to washing your clothes.
Southern Living on MSN

How To Clean A Washing Machine Filter For Better Performance

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What a Presoak Cycle Actually Does and When to Use It for More Efficient Laundry Loads

A washing machine's presoak cycle is used to help remove stains and odors from laundry. Learn when and how to use it for ...
Reader's Digest

You’re Probably Not Cleaning This Part of Your Washing Machine, but You Really Need To

This Bedroom Item Is Surprisingly Dirty—Here Are the Gross Things That Happen If You Don't Clean It Got an Area Rug? Here's the Biggest Mistake You're Making When Vacuuming It Here's How Long It's OK ...
Martha Stewart on MSN

How to Clean Your Washing Machine’s Lint Trap—and Why It's So Important

A little maintenance goes a long way toward fresher laundry.
The New York Times

How to Deep-Clean Your Front-Loading Washing Machine

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