Growing up, my idea of what I shouldn’t put in a washing machine was often informed by an intervention that came at the very last second. That is, urgent cries from my parents when I was about to dump ...

Keep delicate, embellished, leather, and dry-clean-only items out of the washer. Pre-treat heavily soiled fabrics so debris doesn’t damage the machine. Don’t wash oversized items that exceed your ...

Some of these items could even ruin your washer. Whether it's sweaty activewear or your favorite T-shirt, no appliance simplifies getting your clothes clean like the washing machine. However, while ...