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

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 ...

Your top-load washer can get dirty and fail. Learn easy deep cleaning methods for the drum, filter, and tray, plus tips to ...

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