Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. An open front loading washing machine Front-loading washing machines can be convenient, but the rubber gasket around the door is a ...

Are you one of the many who have a funky smell coming from your washing machine? Mold and mildew have been an issue with front-load washing machines for years. “It smells like a damp basement,” said ...

Every time she would wash my clothes and come back from another load...there was this mildew like odor. Turns out, it's mold and it's a very common problem for front load washers. Many reached out to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Does this "awesome" Amazon washing machine cleaning gel actually work? I put it to the test (Photo by Sarah DiMuro). Front-loading ...

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 ...

Unlike the simple seal around the lid of a top-load washer, the gasket on a front-load washer is extra thick with folds to ensure a tight seal. The folds trap moisture, soil, and laundry product ...

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 ...

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 ...

Wondering how to clean a front-loading washing machine? If you feel like your washing machine smells then this easy cleaning solution is what you need. Do you have a front-loading washing machine?

Washers can trap moisture, dirt, and detergent, creating mold, mildew, and odors over time. Cleaning with vinegar and baking soda is an easy, effective way to remove build-up and freshen your machine.