Modern-day laundry doers have it pretty easy: Soiled clothes, towels and sheets go into the washing machine and come out clean, job done. But knowing how to launder a garment by hand is more useful ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Anna Perling Hand-washing your dishes is absolutely a chore, regardless of ...

Life in the time of the coronavirus outbreak has altered how people perform even the most mundane activities. With all that separating, washing, drying, and folding involved, doing laundry was already ...

Washing your clothes by hand sounds like a tedious task — something that should’ve been eradicated from our daily lives when the washing machine was invented. If you don’t have a washer and dryer, ...

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Even the most delicate fabrics can often be treated at home, rather than dry-cleaned, and it doesn’t have to be a hassle. By Emilia Petrarca If laundry is a chore, hand washing might feel like ...

Okay, okay, we know what you're thinking – how hard is it to hand wash your clothes? And when was the last time you even needed to hand wash clothes? From a broken washing machine to abrupt spills and ...

Known for its delicacy, silk is a natural fiber that requires special handling. Here, experts break down exactly how to wash silk without damaging the lustrous fabric. Even if you know how to do ...

Anyone who's ever done laundry knows how delicate some items can be. Whether it's lacy intimates or bulky knit sweaters, sometimes the washer and dryer aren't exactly kind to your favorite items of ...

Dirty kicks got you down? Here's how to wash sneakers so they look brand-new again, with help from baking soda or your washing machine. Keeping a pair sneakers clean is no easy task. And if you’re not ...