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 ...

The gasket on front load washers traps moisture and residues that allow mold to grow. Learn how to safely remove mildew from all types of washing machine door seals.

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 ...

“Consumers are searching for solutions and coming up with ways to put a bandage on the issue, like cleaning the washer after each use, wiping down the gasket and most commonly propping the door open,” ...

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Dear Heloise: If you have a front-loading washer, you may have experienced the problem of a foul smell within the gasket inside the door. The smell is caused by water that sits under the gasket. We ...

There is nothing worse than opening your washing machine, ready to tackle the laundry, only to be punched in the face by the smell of mildew and wet dog. That gross odor is a massive red flag: your ...

Here's a tip from Energy Savers that deals with a common problem of front-loaders. Those door seals that keep water from leaking out while clothes are washing or rinsing can trap moisture that leads ...