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.

Water-saving appliances, like high-efficiency washing machines, are an easy way to help conserve resources—and trim your utility bills, too. What’s more, Consumer Reports has collected ample evidence ...

Much like washing the dishes, doing laundry is one of those household tasks you can’t put off for too long. Whether you’re living on your own for the first time or just want a smoother routine, having ...

It’s nice to have options, but when it comes to washing machine settings, decision fatigue is real. On my Maytag, there are nine wash cycles, including something called Whitest Whites. And that’s on ...

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Person pouring liquid laundry detergent in front of washing machine. - Damian Lugowski/Shutterstock It's easy to assume that more detergent means cleaner clothes, but it doesn't actually work that way ...