Day in day out, our washing machines do a lot for us, so it's no surprise that they occasionally break. Still, that doesn't change how frustrating it is to be dealing with a fault, such as a washer ...

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The rubber gasket needs some cleaning love, too.

Regular cleaning might be the single most effective habit for reducing wear and tear. Soap scum, minerals, lint, and body ...