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 ...

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The rubber seal is an often overlooked part of your washing machine that can have smelly consequences if it’s not taken care of regularly. A large rubber gasket around the door helps it stay closed ...

From time to time, you may notice a musty odor when opening your washing machine. Whether you have a front- or top-loader, the machine's rubber gasket may be to blame. This piece of rubber helps seal ...

Pour vinegar in, run a hot cycle, then sprinkle baking soda and run another—say goodbye to funky smells and gunky residue. Give the drum baffles and rubber seals some love with a toothbrush and soapy ...

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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 ...

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