Washing machines aren’t what they used to be. Some new appliances have over a dozen cycles, and then there are a slew of other things to consider, including water temperature, spin speed, cycle ...

Do you simply throw clothes into your washing machine and hit start? Ditch the default setting in favor of a more nuanced ...

Higher temperature washes at 60C or 90C are primarily required for intensive cleaning when the elevated heat is essential to eliminate bacteria or tackle stubborn marks. Items including towels, bed ...

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

Scientists from the University of Leeds—and, it should be mentioned, Procter & Gamble—say the best way to keep clothes looking fresh for as long as possible is to use the coldest, shortest wash cycle.