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

Some of these items could even ruin your washer.
BGR

Your Washing Machine Probably Isn't Killing Harmful Bacteria On Your Clothes

Most people assume that a hot wash means clean clothes. But new research suggests your washing machine may be underperforming, especially when it comes to killing harmful bacteria. Despite running at ...
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 ...
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Here's what's causing the odor in your washing machine (and how to get rid of it)

Here's What's Causing the Odor in Your Washing Machine (and How to Get Rid of It) ...

Your washing machine will stink if you skip this one essential step — I learned the hard way

Credit: Shutterstock I run a cycle on my washing machine at least once a day. It comes in for a real hammering and gets ...