Cleaning your dryer's lint trap is a must for day-to-day usage, but did you know your washing machine probably has one too? Here's how to clean it out.

Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

Washing clothes can be a boring and time-consuming chore. But cleaning the washing machine doesn't have to take very long, depending on how you do it. The next time you decide to tackle the job, don't ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. So where does all the dog hair, lint, fuzz, and debris go when you wash your clothes? Bits of grass, coins, and anything else that ...

If you're wondering whether it's time to clean your washing machine's inlet filter, the tell is much more subtle than you might expect. It's all about the water. What you want to look for is how water ...

It can be easy to overlook cleaning the things we use to clean other things, but major appliances like washing machines do need to be cleaned and properly maintained to optimize performance and ensure ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cleaning your washer filter helps prevent smells, keeps clothes fresh, and may save you from costly repairs later. Check your care ...

A little maintenance goes a long way toward fresher laundry.

When was the last time you cleaned your washing machine filter? Rest assured that you're not alone if your answer is somewhere between "never" and "Does my washer even have a filter?" While you may ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While you're at it, you can also check the manufacturer instructions for the location of the lint trap, since it can vary per model. But for ...