Keep your machine nice and fresh with these tips. Front load washer gaskets need monthly cleaning to prevent odor, mold, and leaks caused by residue buildup. To clean the gasket, use warm, soapy water ...

Dear Heloise: If you have a front-loading washer, you may have experienced the problem of a foul smell within the gasket inside the door. The smell is caused by water that sits under the gasket. We ...

I have had issues with odor from my front-loading washing machine, even though I almost always take the clothing out soon after washing and leave the door open. I haven’t always cleaned the gasket, ...