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Clean with confidence using our advice on appliance care and household cleaning. Help your washing machine and kitchen appliances look newer, smell better, and perform well by cleaning them with affresh^® appliance care products. From the dishwasher to the disposal, the washing machine to stainless steel finishes, affresh^® helps you clean with confidence.

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How to Load a Washing Machine in 5 Steps

Loading a washing machine might seem simple, but when done incorrectly it can lead to improper cleaning of clothes and extra wear and tear on your appliance. Learn more about how to properly separate and prepare clothes and best practices for loading your washer.

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How to Sanitize a Dishwasher

With regular use, food particle residue, soap scum and even limescale can accumulate inside your dishwasher and impact its cleaning performance. Sanitizing your dishwasher on a regular basis is essential to help keep your appliance running optimally and smelling fresh. Learn more about how to sanitize your dishwasher.

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How to Sanitize a Washing Machine

With regular use, detergent residue, bacteria and even mold can accumulate inside your washer and impact its cleaning performance. Sanitizing your washing machine on a regular basis is imperative to keeping your appliance running optimally and smelling clean. Learn more about how to sanitize your washer.

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Cleaning Appliances with Vinegar: A Guide

When cleaning your appliances, vinegar is a great, versatile product to use due to its natural acidity and ability to disinfect surfaces.

How to Clean Mold in Washers and Other Appliances

How to Get Rid of Mold in a Washing Machine & Other Appliances

Finding mold in your appliances is never fun. Luckily, you can get rid of mold in a few steps. Learn tips for removing and preventing mold in your appliances.

How Does a Garbage Disposal Work?

Learn more about how a garbage disposal works, how to reset a disposal, why a disposal might not be working and what you can and can't put down your disposal.

How to Clean a Kitchen Sink and Drain

A clean kitchen sink is essential for maintaining a hygienic and healthy kitchen environment. Food particles, grease and other debris can quickly accumulate in your sink, creating an ideal breeding ground for bacteria and unpleasant odors. By implementing a few simple cleaning habits, you can keep your kitchen sink sparkling clean and smelling fresh. Learn helpful tips and tricks for cleaning and maintaining your kitchen sink.

How to Use a Garbage Disposal

A garbage disposal is a convenient kitchen appliance that manages food waste by breaking it down into small particles before eliminating it. Proper usage can help improve the efficiency and longevity of your disposal by preventing unwanted clogs or damage. Learn more about best practices and tips for using a garbage disposal.

How to Load a Dishwasher

Correctly loading your dishwasher is imperative to a properly functioning appliance and to sparkling, thoroughly cleaned dishes. This guide will provide different techniques and tips for efficiently loading the top and bottom racks of your dishwasher.

How to Clean Your Top Load Washing Machine

Your top load washing machine is an integral part of your household and cleaning routine and probably one of the appliances you use the most often. Using your washer frequently can eventually lead to the accumulation of dirt, grime, residue and buildup, which in turn can impact the quality of your washer’s performance.

How to Clean and Brighten Stainless Steel Appliances

Stainless steel appliances are a sleek, modern choice for any kitchen. They have a nice, polished appearance to them when they’re clean, but can sometimes appear dirty due to fingerprints, heat discoloration, spills and other buildup.

Why Does My Washing Machine Smell?

Does your washing machine smell like a wet dog? Are you noticing a strange odor coming from your clothes after they’ve been washed? If so, then you may be wondering what could be causing this issue. The answer to this question is sometimes hard to determine, as there are a number of reasons why a washer might have an unpleasant smell.

Why Does My Dishwasher Smell?

Learn why your dishwasher might smell like fish and what you can do to eliminate the unpleasant odor. Find out how to maintain your dishwasher to avoid odors.

How to Unclog a Garbage Disposal: A DIY Guide

Garbage disposals are a fast and convenient way to keep food scraps out of your trash can. But when this kitchen appliance gets clogged, it can lead to odors, standing water and a frustrating hassle.

How To Clean a Front Load Washer

Cleaning a front load washer regularly can help reduce odor-causing buildup. Learn how to deep clean a front load washer with this step-by-step guide.

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How Hard Water Affects Your Appliances

Learn what hard water is and how it affects your appliances over time, and discover how to remove hard water buildup with affresh^® appliance cleaning products.

Deep Cleaning Checklist: A Cleaning Schedule for Your Home

If it’s time to deep clean your home, don’t forget your appliances. Follow our deep cleaning checklist to ensure that every part of your home gets the cleaning it needs.

How To Remove Fingerprints From Stainless Steel: 6 Methods

If you need to remove fingerprints on stainless steel appliances, this guide can help. Get tips for removing fingerprints using different methods.

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How to Help Your Appliances Last

Your home appliances help clean your clothes, wash your dishes and store your food, so it’s important to keep them working well. The following appliance care tips can help you properly maintain your kitchen and laundry appliances so they last as long as possible.