Noticed that your clothes are coming out of the washer with a less-than-fresh-smell or has there been an odor wafting from your washing machine? The culprit is likely a washing machine in need of ...

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 ...

While your washer could be self-cleaning thanks to the soap and hot water constantly being cycled through, this appliance still requires a deep clean now and then—since it can be a breeding ground for ...

ABC7 viewers have weighed in with their own tips after our story about moldy, stinky washing machines. Front-load washing machines are known to have these problems because water gets tramped inside, ...

It can be confusing when your washing machine suddenly smells so bad that it makes your clothes smell too. What do these smells mean, and what causes them to worsen? We asked appliance and cleaning ...

We know, it feels a little bit like overkill to clean an appliance whose whole job is to clean. But cleaning your washing machine is an essential task to help ensure that bacteria, detergent, and ...

If your washing machine smells bad, there you are likely dealing with mold and deposits dirt, hair and soap. Here's how to remove these deposits and sanitize your machine, according to BobVila.com: 1.

Soap scum, fabric softener residue, and trapped moisture create the perfect environment for mildew and odor-causing bacteria to take hold in your washing machine—and those stinky smells can transfer ...

Discover why your freshly washed clothes might smell unpleasant despite using detergent. The culprit is often a clogged washing machine filter, trapping moisture and residue, creating a breeding ...

You know that smell. That damp, musty, funky smell that tells you mildew has moved in. But do you know how to remove mildew smell? It’s one of those household headaches that seems to pop up out of ...