We break down the pros and cons of each for homeowners.

Clean your front load washing machine every 30 days to prevent odors and mold buildup. Always dry the gasket, door, and detergent drawer after each use to avoid moisture issues. Regularly clean the ...

When temperatures rise, surface mold thrives.

An unreliable washing machine can throw a big wrinkle into your everyday life. In fact, reliability is the factor that CR members are likely to deem most important when weighing their next washing ...

I purchased a brand-new Maytag front-load washer and dryer from Lowe's less than 30 days ago after waiting nearly a month for delivery. The washing machine leaked water all over my garage floor during ...

The musty smell isn't in your laundry — it's biofilm bonded to the gasket, dispenser and drain filter. An empty hot cycle can't shear it off. What works: hand-scrub first, citric acid to strip the ...