Some items destroy washers, void warranties, and trap bacteria. Skip these fifteen: coins, keys, underwire bras, embellished ...

The underwire and hook-and-eye closures can damage the interior of your washing machine, turning a $30 bra into a $600 ...

You already know it’s wise to look at care labels on your clothes before you toss them in the laundry, to prevent shrinkage, bleeding dye and other damage. But here’s one thing you probably haven’t ...

It can be intimidating to wash cashmere pieces at home, but if you follow these steps, you can get them clean without ...

You can hand wash some dry cleaning items that are made up of some cotton blends, silk, wool, rayon, and viscose. Hand wash these items in cold water with a gentle laundry detergent to prevent ...

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We’ve all been there: A clothing item with a tag that reads “hand-wash only” accidentally makes it through the washing and drying cycles, only to come out teeny tiny, snagged, or otherwise ruined. It ...

A comforter is essential for a good night’s sleep: It keeps us warm and cozy. So why do so many of us give it the cold shoulder on laundry day? Think about it. How often do you wash your comforter ...

Deirdre McKay receives funding from the British Academy, the Leverhulme Trust, and UKRI via the Arts and Humanities Research Council and Global Challenges Research Fund. Kelly Sheridan receives ...