Some apartments and homes have dedicated laundry rooms with a washer and dryer or a set in the basement. While some consider a washer and dryer a luxury, others view them a necessity. If you do not have a set in your home directly, you can also visit a laundromat. The alternative to using a washer is hand washing. What are the advantages of high efficiency top load washers? They are made in the...

Washing machines are one of the hardest appliances to shop for. They're a pain to transport, the market is flooded with complex jargon and enticing "innovations" and, of course, there's the decision-making stress that comes with any large, expensive purchase. The good news is that a high quality washing machine will last a very long time, so choose wisely and you'll have worry-free washing for...

And which special cleaning features might be super-helpful to you? Here's how to approach the appliance aisle armed with a clear point of view. If you have a small laundry room (or just a laundry corner): Full-sized washers can be 24 to 30-plus inches wide (and some machines sport bulky, contoured fronts that add to the width), so start by grabbing your tape measure. Jot down the dimensions of...