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 ...

Agitation and rotation are essential components of the cleaning cycle. The friction helps scrub the clothing clean. Too many ...

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 ...

“Consumers are searching for solutions and coming up with ways to put a bandage on the issue, like cleaning the washer after each use, wiping down the gasket and most commonly propping the door open,” ...

Clothes can leave the washer still smelling musty, or even feeling slimy. It's not a new problem, but Consumer Reports (CR) has an explanation. "Manufacturers have made design changes to try and ...

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 ...

Here's a tip from Energy Savers that deals with a common problem of front-loaders. Those door seals that keep water from leaking out while clothes are washing or rinsing can trap moisture that leads ...

We get it: With the never-ending task of doing laundry, the last thing you need is one more thing on your to-do list. But remembering to leave your washing machine door ajar can have a significant ...