Practical cleaning, upkeep, and energy-saving guides for American homes.
ENERGY STAR washers use about 20% less energy and 30% less water than standard models, and heat pump dryers use roughly 30% less energy than conventional ones. How to choose an efficient pair.
A step-by-step vinegar routine for front-load washers that covers the gasket, dispenser, drain filter, and drum, plus when a washer cleaner works better.
Black spots in your washer’s rubber door seal are mold feeding on residue. How to kill it safely, what to do about stains that stay, and how to stop it returning.
Musty, sour, and rotten-egg smells from a washer each point to a different cause. How to find the source and fix it, from the door gasket to the drain line.
Washer cleaner tablets rely on different chemistry: oxygen bleach, chlorine, citric acid, or enzymes. Which type fits your machine, your water, and your smell.