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Stop putting these 15 items in your washing machine

Some items destroy washers, void warranties, and trap bacteria. Skip these fifteen: coins, keys, underwire bras, embellished ...
Real Simple on MSN

7 things you should never put in the washing machine, according to laundry pros

Morgan LaLonde, Whirlpool laundry brand manager, tells me it’s best to avoid washing clothing items and shoes made from materials like suede, leather, rubber, vinyl, silk, acetate, velvet, wool, and ...
New Scientist

Your washing machine may not actually rid clothes of harmful bacteria

Cleaning your clothes in a washing machine on even a hot water setting of 60°C (140°F) can fail to remove potentially harmful bacteria – a finding that could also be contributing to the rise of ...
The Cool Down on MSN

Repairman breaks open washing machine to show negative effects of popular laundry product: 'Break the bad habit'

As the person in the video points out, appliances can last a lifetime if taken care of properly. Dismantling your washing ...
The New York Times

10 Ways to Make Your Washing Machine Work Better

We independently review everything we recommend. We may make money from the links on our site. Learn more› By Liam McCabe If you’re not adjusting the settings on your washing machine’s control panel, ...