Descaling improves cleaning results and conserves energy.

It seems counterintuitive but one of the best ways to make sure your clothes are clean is, in fact, to clean your washing machine. There are plenty of reasons why a washing machine needs to be cleaned ...

Missing socks aren't actually lost. They're stuck inside your washing machine in hidden spots most people never check. Small ...

You’d like to think that with so much water and detergent thrown at it, a washing machine would clean itself. Unfortunately, to keep your washing machine working efficiently, it requires a bit more ...

Alessandra Sutti has received research funding from the Australian Research Council, the Marine Bioproducts Cooperative Research Centre, the Innovative Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre and by ...

Most people assume that a hot wash means clean clothes. But new research suggests your washing machine may be underperforming, especially when it comes to killing harmful bacteria. Despite running at ...

Laundry day is a chore, but the right machines can make it a little less laborious. Whereas an unreliable washer can leave you with clothes that are damp or pilled, the best washing machines get your ...

The hand wash cycle on a washing machine can be used to clean delicate fabric like wool, silk, and lingerie. Learn more about when to use it.

Most of us don’t think about the cultural context of our washing machines–we just toss in clothes, turn on the device, and don’t ponder it further. But the reality is that the majority of people on ...

Maintaining a laundry routine can often feel like an unending task, making it easy to neglect cleaning other parts of the home, such as the washing machine. Few people are aware that washing machines ...