How to clean a washing machine—and what happens if you don't

Experts share step-by-step instructions for how to clean a washing machine (both inside and out)—plus how often you should do ...

How to Wash Hats in the Washing Machine (Without Ruining Them)

Always wash hats in cold water and use a gentle or delicate cycle setting. "We recommend using the 'delicate' or 'hand wash' cycle if your machine has one. If not, use cold water, low agitation, and ...
Martha Stewart on MSN

How to clean your washing machine’s lint trap—and why it's so important

A little maintenance goes a long way toward fresher laundry.

Is It a Bad Idea to Put a Heavy Comforter in Your Washing Machine? We Asked Laundry Pros

A cleaning pro weighs in on her thoughts on washing a heavy comforter in your laundry machine, with tips for washing other ...

The #1 Thing You Should Never Put in Your Washing Machine

Laundry pros filled us in on what not to wash in your appliance, including things like delicate vintage items, foam pillows, ...

15 Items We Forget Can Go in the Washer

How can I declutter the kitchen counter? Should tomatoes be refrigerated? What if I accidentally shrink my favorite shirt?
Southern Living on MSN

How Often Should You Be Cleaning Your Washing Machine Filter?

Never thought about cleaning this? It's okay, we didn't either.