Alan D. Miller is a former Dispatch editor who teaches journalism at Denison University and writes about old house repair and ...

When you buy new clothes, you might be excited to wear them right away, but Consumer Reports experts say it's important to ...

It may seem like a no brainer to turn the hot setting on when you do laundry, but there are a few items experts say should never be washed in these temperatures. Find out what they are in our guide.

Key PointsSort laundry by color (lights vs. darks) to avoid dye transfer.Separate loads of laundry by fabric, weight, and ...

Discover why it's important to wash new clothes before wearing them, especially for babies. Learn expert tips on how to wash new clothes the right way.

Do you typically wash new clothes before you wear them? We talked to several Metro Detroiters who admitted they usually just put new clothing right on. Our Rhonda Walker has a new report that explains ...

Consumer Reports says that, along with chemicals, new clothes pick up dirt, dust, and bugs in the long supply chain.

Use cold water for brights and delicates to prevent fading and shrinkage, and warmer temps for towels, sheets, and heavily soiled clothes to help break down oils and kill germs, says Pozniak. Delicate ...

What was meant as a harmless joke, and ride in a laundry cart, quickly turned into an uproar on social media for this top Red Sox prospect.

Washing clothes has a considerable impact on the environment, and especially on the oceans. This is due to the release of microplastics from the synthetic fibres used in the fashion industry ...

Should You be running your laundry through an extra rinse cycle? This woman, who has been doing laundry for 20 years, says she does.

Clothes labels can often be difficult to read, but knowing what they mean can keep your favourite garments in top condition.