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  • A woman smiles while loading a washing machine with clothes.
    By Emily Ray 2 days ago

    The Evolution Of Washing Machines Throughout History

    Doing laundry used to mean spending hours at a river scrubbing fabrics. But wooden tubs, early electric motors, and automation changed the chore forever.

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  • A closeup of a moth on an ivory knitted sweater or blanket
    By Danielle Valente 3 days ago

    Help Keep Moths Away Naturally With An Easy DIY Solution

    Moths can do serious damage to wool sweaters. This cost-effective, natural DIY repellent could help discourage them, and smells way better than mothballs.

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  • Person carrying laundry hamper
    By Alison Kasch 4 days ago

    Trade In The Hamper: There's A Cuter Way To Hide Dirty Laundry With An Easy DIY

    Instead of settling for an ugly hamper, try this easy DIY that conceals your dirty laundry while looking like a stylish accent piece. You only need two items.

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  • A person's hands taking a towel out of a front-load washing machine
    By Sakshi Khaitan 5 days ago

    If Your Towels Are Stiff After Washing, You're Probably Breaking This Unspoken Rule

    If you constantly clean your towels, you might've noticed them getting stiff and hard. This could be because of something you're doing with your washer.

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  • A view of a hand holding a package of Tide To Go pen, on display at a local retail store
    By Emily Kammerlohr 9 days ago

    Can Tide Pens Expire?

    Tide pens have an unexpectedly long shelf life, but like all good things, they don't last forever. Find out how long you can use them before needing a new one.

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  • A new white hand towel hanging next to an old yellowing one on a towel rack
    By Sophia Beams 10 days ago

    Why Do Towels Turn Yellow?

    Yellow stains on towels are all too common, often resulting simply from everyday use. Learn how you're yellowing your white towels and what to do to avoid it.

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  • A woman holds a container of baking soda
    By Chris Deziel 12 days ago

    What Happens If You Mix Bleach With Baking Soda?

    What happens if you mix bleach with baking soda? Bleach doesn't mix safely with many other items, but can be mixed with baking soda for use in laundry.

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  • A woman bends over to add items from a laundry basket into an old washing machine
    By Emily Ray 15 days ago

    Hide Laundry Machine Eyesores With The Help Of This Genius IKEA Hack

    Use IKEA cabinets to hide your washer and dryer. While it takes a bit of time to put it together, the result is a beautiful surround that hides these eyesores.

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  • Woman closing washing machine door
    By Natalie Howard 15 days ago

    Can You Add Dawn Dish Soap To Laundry?

    If you've run out of laundry detergent, you may have considered using dish soap for your washing machine instead. Here's what will likely happen if you do.

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  • A person pouring bleach into a pink cup to clean the washing machine.
    By Sophia Beams 19 days ago

    How To Clean Your Washing Machine Without Vinegar

    Learn how to clean your washing machine without vinegar. Many washing machine brands recommend using chlorine bleach instead. It cleans and sanitizes.

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  • A person loading towels into the washing machine.
    By Amy Freeman 21 days ago

    Is It Okay To Wash Towels And Sheets Together?

    Learn why it's okay to wash sheets and towels together, and what can cause problems. Keep like fabrics and colors together and your laundry should be fine.

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  • A woman places clothes in the washing machine
    By Amy Freeman 22 days ago

    Agitator Vs. Impeller Washing Machine: Which One Is Better?

    Choosing between an agitator vs. impeller washing machine? Discover the differences in cleaning power, water use, and costs between these machines.

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  • Person sanding wood plank to use on a project
    By Christy Rae Ammons 24 days ago

    Easily Upcycle Old Wood Pallets Into A Clever Laundry Basket Storage System

    You can avoid endless laundry room clutter and baskets all over the house with this easy, budget-friendly storage system DIY made from wood pallets.

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  • A person adding detergent to washing machine.
    By Sophia Beams 26 days ago

    What Happens If You Mix Fabric Softener With Detergent?

    If you mix fabric softener with detergent, they cancel each other out. Long term use of this mixture can clog your washing machine. Here's why it's a bad idea.

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  • A woman putting clothes into a washing machine
    By Sophia Beams 26 days ago

    The Magnetic Laundry Gadget That Seems Useful But Is A Waste Of Money

    Magnetic laundry disks are touted as a natural alternative to laundry detergent, but several tests indicate they aren't any better than using plain water.

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  • A woman feels the softness of a freshly-laundered white towel, sitting in front of her washer.
    By Jennifer Davis 28 days ago

    Not Tide: Consumer Reports Names The Best-Value Liquid Laundry Detergent

    Saving money on doing laundry starts with the detergent that you buy. CR says that this liquid option is a great value that removes some stains as well as Tide.

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  • A woman loads light clothes into a washing machine
    By Amy Freeman 30 days ago

    Chlorine Bleach Vs. Oxygen Bleach: What's The Real Difference?

    You've got a nasty stain on one of your favorite shirts, but do you pick chlorine bleach or oxygen bleach? The wrong answer could spell disaster.

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  • Person measuring liquid laundry detergent in a lid
    By Sakshi Khaitan 1 month ago

    Why Is Most Laundry Detergent Blue?

    Thanks to its chemical composition, blue detergent looks appealing — but it also plays a psychological trick on you, changing your perception of your laundry.

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  • Full laundry basket of dirty clothes next to washing machine
    By Jasmine Harding 1 month ago

    The End Of Bulky Laundry Baskets In 2026: Amazon's Smart Solution For Small Spaces

    Is your laundry basket taking up too much space in your small home? This Amazon alternative will help you minimize clutter while maximizing organization.

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  • Dryer vent about to be cleaned by drill brush attachment
    By Ryan Cashman 1 month ago

    No Heavy Lifting: How To Clean A Dryer Vent With A Drill Attachment

    Cleaning your dryer vent is one of the most important yet most annoying chores. This drill attachment tool takes the fuss out of vent cleaning.

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  • senior man looking at an old hutch with glass doors in thrift shop
    By Shelley Frost 1 month ago

    Transform An Old Hutch Into Charming Laundry Room Storage

    You small laundry room storage woes can be solved in a beautiful way with this old hutch organization idea that lends some charm to your space.

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  • Person wiping down a coffee table with a microfiber cloth
    By Amy Freeman 1 month ago

    Common Mistakes To Avoid When Washing Microfiber Towels

    While it's easy to toss microfiber towels in with the rest of your wash load, they need to be treated a bit differently to maintain that soft consistency.

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  • Woman scoops white powder from a jar labeled SODA in a laundry room
    By Natalie Howard 2 months ago

    Washing Soda Vs. Baking Soda: What's The Difference?

    They may look the same, but washing soda and baking soda serve very different purposes. Here's how these household powders compare and why only one is edible.

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  • person reaching for towels on store shelf
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 months ago

    Consumer Reports' Top-Rated Bath Towel Isn't From Target Or Costco

    Target or Costco may be your first stops when you go shopping for new towels. But according to Consumer Reports, the top-ranked option is available online.

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  • Woman squatting down near the dryer to remove clothes into a basket
    By Shelley Frost 2 months ago

    The Essential Oil More People Are Adding To Their Laundry

    A great-smelling load of freshly washed and folded laundry is everyone's dream, which is why people are adding this essential oil to their wash routine.

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  • Young couple sitting on the floor doing laundry
    By Melanie Dawn 2 months ago

    Millennial Laundry Habits That Confuse Boomers

    When it comes to doing the laundry, millennials have particular habits -- behaviors shaped by modern technology and research -- that may baffle their parents.

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  • A woman putting a new sheet on the bed.
    By Amy Freeman 2 months ago

    Skip The Fabric Softener: Here's How To Wash And Soften Sheets

    Lying in a cupboard in your home is a cheap fabric softener alternative. It contains acidic properties which target mold and build-up, softening sheets.

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