It seems simple enough – throw clothes in the drum, add detergent, and hit start – but where do you put detergent in a washing machine? Unfortunately, there is no one answer. It can all depend on the ...

I’VE been writing on some weighty topics lately — too little money, too many choices, too few jobs. It’s time, I decided, to move on to some questions that haunt me almost every day. How much soap ...

There are traditional top-loaders, sleek front-loaders, even compact, all-in-one designs. With so many varied styles to choose from, settling the right machine is daunting. How do you sift through all ...

Some product wars are legendary. VHS vs. Betamax, Blu-ray vs. HD DVD, iOS vs. Android—debates over tech have divided shoppers, retailers, and even friendships. Well, the fight has moved to the laundry ...

Electrolux's $999 EFLW427UIW front-load washing machine does a great job removing stains, it looks smart, and it's easy to use. The less-expensive EFLW427UIW is still a great choice, particularly if ...