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How Long Can Wet Laundry Sit In The Washer Before Rewashing Becomes Necessary

If your laundry has a musty smell, you certainly won’t want to push it ahead to the dry cycle. Instead, Gagliardi recommends ...
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You’re Probably Not Cleaning This Part of Your Washing Machine, but You Really Need To

This Bedroom Item Is Surprisingly Dirty—Here Are the Gross Things That Happen If You Don't Clean It Got an Area Rug? Here's the Biggest Mistake You're Making When Vacuuming It Here's How Long It's OK ...
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8 Things You Should Never Put In The Washing Machine

The underwire and hook-and-eye closures can damage the interior of your washing machine, turning a $30 bra into a $600 mistake. Lace can also get damaged. Instead, either hand-wash your lingerie or ...

5 Reasons Your Laundry Smells Musty, and How to Solve the Problem for Good

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