From efficiency to price to ease of use, here's what to understand about each type of washer.

Overloading your washer is a surefire way to wear down your machine and end up with still-dirty laundry, but it's important ...

Learn which type of washing machine best suits your needs and lifestyle. When it comes to finalizing your laundry room design, there's one important debate to tackle: do you want a top load or front ...

Manufacturers continue to refine the washing machine, mostly adding new features, increasing energy efficiency and reducing water consumption. But a consumer shopping for a new washer will, early on, ...

Doing laundry is a necessary part of a household cleaning routine—but one aspect that might get overlooked is cleaning the washing machine itself. If you have a front-load washing machine, you'll want ...

If you're in the market for a new washing machine, you're likely wondering what the difference is between a front-load and top-load washer. Beyond appearance, there are quite a few distinctions ...

Front-load washers are some of the best washing machines you can buy. These are the best front-load washers from Consumer Reports' tests.

Very few of us actually like doing the laundry. Nevertheless, it has to be done. It doesn't help that there's now a big debate about front-load efficiency vs. top-load machines. If you're on the side ...

Washing machines aren’t just washing machines anymore. Many models double up as dryers, sterilisers and steamers. Some offer close to 20 or more different cycles and wash options, which is almost like ...

(CBS) --You might think it would be the cleanest item in the house: the washing machine. But if you have a so-called front loader, you could have a breeding ground for something you don't want, CBS ...

Electrolux's Editors' Choice award-winning $1,349 EFLS627UTT is my number one pick if you're looking for a front-load washing machine. It does an exceptional job at removing stains, the best of any ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Credit: Cris Cantan/Getty Images Doing laundry is a necessary part of a household cleaning routine—but one aspect that might get ...