There's no doubt about it, the best washing machines and the best dryers are such amazing modern-day appliances that we all too frequently take for granted. Just as in our youth, many of us also took ...

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From hats and hair ties to bath mats and backpacks, your washing machine can clean a lot more than just clothes.

Timing is everything—even for laundry.

Home and laundry experts agree this common household item can quietly wreck your washer.