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For something that does so much cleaning—washing is actually in the name—your washing machine isn't very clean itself, says Jennifer Ahoni, principal scientist for Tide and senior scientific ...

Baffled? Here's a hint: This often-overlooked feature is essential for keeping your clothes clean. Ever heard of washing machine baffles? Me neither, but apparently you have to clean them or they’ll ...