Is there a funky smell coming from your washing machine? If you have a front-loader, it could be mold or mildew. The problem's been around for years, but why? Consumer Reports scientists have some ...

Nobody wants to open up the washing machine to catch up on laundry only to be assaulted by the odor of mildew, old socks and ...

I love my front-loading washer. It has many eco-friendly advantages, such as being energy efficient and using less detergent. The downside is that it can develop a funky smell over time and leave my ...

“Consumers are searching for solutions and coming up with ways to put a bandage on the issue, like cleaning the washer after each use, wiping down the gasket and most commonly propping the door open,” ...

TAMPA, Fla (BLOOM) — Ever noticed that your freshly washed clothes don’t smell as clean as they should? If your washing machine is emitting an unpleasant odor, you’re not alone. Washing machines, the ...

Not sure how to properly clean your washing machine? We'll walk you through the steps. For plenty of people, laundry is one of those chores that falls to the wayside until there is a mountain of dirty ...

Dear Heloise: If you have a front-loading washer, you may have experienced the problem of a foul smell within the gasket inside the door. The smell is caused by water that sits under the gasket. We ...

Here's a tip from Energy Savers that deals with a common problem of front-loaders. Those door seals that keep water from leaking out while clothes are washing or rinsing can trap moisture that leads ...

There is nothing worse than opening your washing machine, ready to tackle the laundry, only to be punched in the face by the smell of mildew and wet dog. That gross odor is a massive red flag: your ...

Front-loading washing machines are popular among customers who want to “go green” by using less water than a traditional top-loader. However, in a recent class action lawsuit, some people said their ...