When a tag reads “hand-wash only,” heed the instructions. Learn when and how to hand-wash clothes in the sink and steps for drying delicate items.

Hand-washing delicate clothing can keep them looking fresh and new for a long time. But for a lot of people, the process feels like an extra chore, so they toss everything into the washing machine.

Washing your clothes by hand sounds like a tedious task — something that should’ve been eradicated from our daily lives when the washing machine was invented. If you don’t have a washer and dryer, ...

We've all been in a situation where we've had to learn how to wash our clothes without a washer. Maybe your washing machine is on the fritz, or you're on vacation and can't quite bring yourself to ...

Modern-day laundry doers have it pretty easy: Soiled clothes, towels and sheets go into the washing machine and come out clean, job done. But knowing how to launder a garment by hand is more useful ...

The last time I went to the local mall to shop for clothes, the first thing I did when I got home was run a load of laundry with all my new items. They were brand new so they didn’t look dirty, but I ...

Washing all your laundry together can save time, but unfortunately, it can also cause damage. Here's what you need to know ...

Experts say you should always wash newly purchased clothing before wearing it for the first time, as you never know what's hiding on the surface. Kim Romine, a Fairfield, Ohio-based Tide scientist ...