There are plenty of products labeled as washing machine cleaners, but you don't need to buy a new cleaner — this cleaning staple is all you need.

If you're looking for a power efficient, front-loading washer, Consumer Reports has one that doesn't cost much to operate. Here's what else it can do too.

When we set out to test washing machine cleaners, we came across what you might call a good problem to have: the washing machines in our laundry lab were so clean they hardly appeared to have been ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Consumer Reports explains what you can and cannot pressure wash and how to choose the right machine and cleaner for the job.

Washing machines may be the unsung heroes of many households. People rely on them on a daily basis and take for granted that they will keep laundry clean. Only when a washing machine is not operating ...