Everybody knows the smell: When you pop the lid of your storage containers on this season's clothing and that musty, faintly plastic smell is the first thing that hits your nose. It's not the nicest ...

Once you can smell mildew, it may already be too late to fix it with a normal wash cycle. Instead, you may need to try vinegar, borax, and even vodka to freshen the scent of your clothes. Here are ...

It happens to the best of us: You start a load of laundry with every intention of switching it out to the dryer after its cycle, but distractions happen. And this is when mildew occurs. Fortunately, ...

Smelly clothes are a friend to no one, but on the flip side, they are a sign of a life well-lived. Whether it’s perfume from date night, bonfire smoke or sweat from a night of dancing, scent leaves a ...

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- The washing machine is one of the hardest working appliances in your home. Load after load - it takes a beating. But what you don't see after all those washes is the buildup of mold, ...

Even if you don’t live somewhere with a basement (or one you can access) you’re probably familiar with the “basement” smell. It almost always includes a musty, mildewy scent, but you won’t find the ...

Setting a timer to remind you when the cycle ends can help prevent odors from forming. "If I leave clothes sitting too long, ...

Dirty or moldy washing machine? There are a few easy ways to get your clothes and washing machine smelling fresh and clean ...