Sometimes it is easy to forget that the items in our home that help us clean things also need to be cleaned on occasion. And, regardless of which brand your top-loading washing machine is, it is one ...

It can be easy to overlook cleaning the things we use to clean other things, but major appliances like washing machines do need to be cleaned and properly maintained to optimize performance and ensure ...

You’re probably familiar with the lint trap on your dryer, and, ideally, clean it after every load of laundry. But did you know that your washing machine has a filter, too? If that’s news to you, that ...

Cleaning the washing machine once a month not only keeps the appliance working well it also makes your clothes and linens cleaner. It's one of the easiest parts of the home to clean and for the most ...

We all know vinegar is great for both laundry and cleaning, but where exactly is it supposed to go? It turns out that where you put white vinegar is different depending on whether you are doing ...

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A life hack is supposed to help make the washing machine shine like new again. Photo: Getty Images / Andrey Znamenskyi Over time and with regular use, residues can accumulate in the washing machine.

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