Noticed that your clothes are coming out of the washer with a less-than-fresh-smell or has there been an odor wafting from your washing machine? The culprit is likely a washing machine in need of ...

Soap scum, fabric softener residue, and trapped moisture create the perfect environment for mildew and odor-causing bacteria to take hold in your washing machine—and those stinky smells can transfer ...

Some owners of front-load washing machines have complained of mold, so 7 On Your Side's Michael Finney partnered with Consumer Reports with how to deal with the odor. Several class action lawsuits ...

If your laundry room stinks, it’s probably your washer. Water and soap and dirt can linger in the hoses, trays and other pockets of your washing machine. Here’s how to stop the stench and clean it out ...

Picking out something to wear, and then realizing it smells off, can be incredibly frustrating. This is especially the case when the smell is musty, a sign that mold and mildew have infiltrated the ...

You’re probably familiar with the lint trap on your dryer, and, ideally, clean it after every load of laundry. But did you know that your washing machine has a filter, too? If that’s news to you, that ...

Front-loading washing machines can be convenient, but the rubber gasket around the door is a nightmare to keep clean and unstained with frequent use, quickly becoming marked by mold. While cleaning ...

Baking soda is a versatile household cleaner in the laundry room, too. Here’s how to use baking soda in laundry, from pretreating stains to freshening fabrics.

Cleaning clothes from smoke damage and soot can be tricky. Smoke and soot particles embed themselves deep into fabric fibers, leading to stubborn odors and potential skin irritation. Follow these tips ...