“When choosing the right water temperature, always check the care label on your clothing," says Piombino. “The symbols will indicate whether to use cold, warm, or hot water.” She suggests washing ...

While staying on top of your laundry is important, there are set times of the day that you should generally avoid. So, whether at home or at a local laundry mat, here are the worst times to do laundry ...

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Hard water can make clothes feel stiff, smell, and wear out more easily. Hard water also clogs washing machines over time, covering components in limescale. Water softeners, cleaning your washing ...

Dear Mary: We have moved to an area with hard water. We cannot have a water softener. I’m at my wits’ end trying to find an additive to stop the destructiveness of hard water on my clothes. I’ve tried ...