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 ...

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Front-loading washers often perform better than top-loaders in Consumer Reports tests. Plus, they’re gentler on your clothes and more energy-efficient. But some consumers got more than they bargained ...

The rubber gasket needs some cleaning love, too.

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 ...

Some owners of front-load washing machines have complained of mold, so 7 On Your Side's Michael Finney partnered with Consumer Reports with how to deal with the odor. Several class action lawsuits ...

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 ...

Front-loading washing machines are popular among customers who want to “go green” by using less water than a traditional top-loader. However, in a recent class action lawsuit, some people said their ...

While your washer could be self-cleaning thanks to the soap and hot water constantly being cycled through, this appliance still requires a deep clean now and then—since it can be a breeding ground for ...

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 ...

Brian Bennett is a former senior writer for the home and outdoor section at CNET. Select GE front-loading washing machines will soon guard against bad smells in their washing drums. GE Appliances ...

Dear Heloise: I think it was from your column that I learned to keep the door of my front-load washing machine open so that it could dry between uses. What a difference this has made in odor control. ...