Front-loading washing machines are popular among customers who want to “go green” by using less water than a traditional top-loader. However, in a recent class action lawsuit, some people said their ...

Is there a bad smell coming from your washing machine? If you have a front-loader, it could be mold or mildew. The problem's been around for years, but why? Consumer Reports scientists have some ...

President Donald Trump participates in a Small Business Summit at the White House. by Consumer Reports Front-loading washers often perform better than top-loaders in Consumer Reports tests. Plus, they ...

A. You’re probably using too much soap. “Front-loading machines use a third of the water that top loaders do,” says Harry Grubbs, the owner of Mr. Appliance, a repair company in Houston. “If you throw ...

Is there a funky smell coming from your washing machine? If you have a front-loader, it could be mold or mildew. The problem's been around for years, but why? Consumer Reports scientists have some ...

A woman looks concerned about the smell of a towel near an open front-load washing machine - MAYA LAB/Shutterstock From the dishwasher to the shower to the washing machine, there is something ...

If your washing machine is smelling worse than your post-workout shirt, it’s time to give it a good cleaning. Yes, even washing machines get dirty, so it's helpful to know when and how to give them a ...

Doing laundry is a necessary part of a household cleaning routine—but one aspect that might get overlooked is cleaning the washing machine itself. If you have a front-load washing machine, you'll want ...

You use your favorite laundry detergent, maybe even some fabric softener or scent boosters, and yet after washing, your clothes and linens come out smelling... odd at best and somehow maybe even ...

I love my front-loading washer. It has many eco-friendly advantages, such as being energy efficient and using less detergent. The downside is that it can develop a funky smell over time and leave my ...