Few household chores are as crucial and often overlooked as cleaning the lint trap in your clothes dryer. The lint trap is used to catch the majority of the lint from your laundry before it gets into ...

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Buildup From Lint Buildup can accumulate on the lint screen for various reasons. First, clothing and textiles emit lint, which will typically be caught by the lint screen. If the lint isn’t cleaned ...

This basic maintenance can protect your clothes from damage, save energy, and most importantly, prevent a fire Cleaning the ...

While you’re likely accustomed to cleaning out the lint trap after each dryer cycle, there’s another critical area that needs regular attention—the space just underneath the lint trap. Lint, dust, ...

Dear Heloise: I read your column in the Patriot-News and have seen several letters suggesting that fabric softener sheets can be used to clean a dryer’s lint screen. I suggest that folks check the ...

Dear Heloise: I read your column in the Patriot-News and have seen several letters suggesting that fabric softener sheets can be used to clean a dryer's lint screen. I suggest that folks check the ...

Dear Heloise: Here’s a way to easily remove light layers of lint on the dryer screen before they build up to become a fire hazard. Each time I put in a load of laundry, I use the leftover ...

Learning how to care for your dryer can lead to quicker drying times, well-kept clothes, more efficient utility bills, and a safer living environment. Fortunately, it’s simple to get the best ...

DEAR HELOISE: I read your column in the Patriot-News and have seen several letters suggesting that fabric softener sheets can be used to clean a dryer's lint screen. I suggest that folks check the ...