Why your washing machine stinks and what to do about it
Deirdre Myles says her front-loading washing machine stinks. Consumer Reports tested it and found it did reduce humidity in the drum, but itโs not a guarantee that mold and bacteria wonโt grow. โMold spores can be found anywhere you wear your clothes,โ Consumer Reports' Sara Morrow Harcourt said. Add to that lingering moisture in the machine, and mold can flourish.โTo combat the odors, Consumer Reports says itโs essential to use the correct amount of HE detergent. If youโre looking for a top loader, Consumer Reports recommends the LG WT7100CW for about $650.