Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Eva Katalin/Getty Images We know, it feels a little bit like overkill to clean an appliance whose whole job is to clean. But ...

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Knowing how to clean a washing machine may sound unnecessary, but even if you use the best laundry detergent or all-natural products, experts say even the best washers and dryers need a deep cleaning ...