Regular cleaning prevents the buildup of odors, soil, and detergent residue that can affect both performance and freshness.

(CBS) --You might think it would be the cleanest item in the house: the washing machine. But if you have a so-called front loader, you could have a breeding ground for something you don't want, CBS ...

If you assume the inside of your washer is the cleanest place in your home because you put detergent through it with every load of laundry, join the club. Most people think that — and that's a really ...