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.

Key Points Keep delicate, embellished, leather, and dry-clean-only items out of the washer.Pre-treat heavily soiled fabrics ...

Draining your washing machine might be a household task that doesn't cross your mind all that often, but it's a necessary one to keep the appliance in good shape. In fact, not draining it regularly is ...

Washing machines aren’t what they used to be. Some new appliances have over a dozen cycles, and then there are a slew of other things to consider, including water temperature, spin speed, cycle ...

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 ...