Cleaning how-to guides
Safe cleaning routines for appliances and spots that need regular care.
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- How to Clean a Front-Load Washer: Three Steps Before the Clean CycleThe clean cycle is the last step, not the first. The gasket folds, drawer and drain filter are where the buildup actually lives, and water never reaches them.
- How to Clean an Air Fryer, Including the Part Everyone MissesAir fryers are nonstick, so scrubbing is the worst approach. Soak the basket in warm soapy water and wipe the heating element above the basket — that element is usually the source of any burnt smell.