Doing your laundry every week may seem like a nagging chore, but there's something to be said for that rewarding wonderful scent of a warm, dry, fresh load as soon as you pop it out of the dryer.

There is nothing worse than opening your washing machine, ready to tackle the laundry, only to be punched in the face by the smell of mildew and wet dog. That gross odor is a massive red flag: your ...

Rinse salty items before washing and hand wash swimsuits to protect fabrics and your machine from corrosion and bad odors. Always shake out and dry sandy clothes before washing to keep sand from ...