Choose warm or hot water: While some clothes should always be washed using cold water, higher temperatures are more effective ...

If you want to make lightwork of laundry day, one program that is appealing is the quick wash cycle. Every washer will offer this setting to some extent — the best washing machines will even offer ...

An expert weighs in on how effective this time-saving cycle is—plus when (and when not) to use it. When you're pressed for time, the quick wash cycle on your washing machine seems like a great idea.