We all know it's good advice to avoid overloading your washing machine, but do you know why? Here's why you should pay attention to how much your putting into your washer and dryer.

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Take your pick from among these impressive front-loaders, top-loaders, compacts, and all-in-one models from Consumer Reports' latest tests Modern-day washing machines often have features like auto ...

Washing machines with "smart" features can be quite expensive, which may lead you to carefully consider whether to choose a regular washing machine or invest in a "smart" one. In this guide, you'll ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. You wash your shirts, your pants, your jacket—all the things that bring you into contact with the outside ...

When was the last time you cleaned your washing machine filter? Rest assured that you're not alone if your answer is somewhere between "never" and "Does my washer even have a filter?" While you may ...

If you live in a small apartment or dorm room, or are an avid recreational vehicle camper, you might not have room for a full-sized washing machine to do your laundry. Instead, you might consider ...