A single laundry load containing synthetic clothing can release thousands of plastic microfibers from nylon, acrylic and ...

Washing machine wastewater is one of the top sources of microplastics, with a single unit in a four-person household producing up to 500 grams a year as synthetic fabrics break down.

Researchers at the University of Bonn aim to improve the cleanliness of wastewater. Water released from washing machines is ...

Every load of laundry sends tiny plastic fibers down the drain. These fragments, shed from synthetic fabrics, slip through ...

Take your pick from among these impressive front-loaders, top-loaders, compacts, and all-in-one models from Consumer Reports' latest tests Modern-day washing machines often have features like auto ...

Take your pick from among these impressive front-loaders, top-loaders, compacts, and all-in-one options from Consumer Reports' latest tests Front-loaders impress our testers with their overall ...

When you’re shopping for a new washing machine, you want one that gets your clothes clean, of course. But what if you could invest in a machine that helps keep the environment clean, too? Consumer ...

We tested six models from top manufacturers and evaluated dozens more to find the best washing machines for laundry day.

Everything you need to know when deciding between an HE and traditional washer Many of us don’t realize quite how many washing machine options there are—until we have to go shopping for one. It’s ...