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 ...

Q I thought about getting a new front-loading clothes washer. The salesman said it saves half the water and detergent and is easier on clothes than a top-loader. I want to save, but will such a ...

Question: I need to replace my old clothes washer, and I'm considering a super-rinse front-loading design. I have allergies, and my skin is sensitive to detergents. Are these designs miserly on water ...

Manufacturers continue to refine the washing machine, mostly adding new features, increasing energy efficiency and reducing water consumption. But a consumer shopping for a new washer will, early on, ...

Q: I thought about getting a new front-loading clothes washer. The salesman said it saves half the water and detergent and is easier on clothes than a top-loader. I want to save, but will one clean ...