Japanese company Science is commercially producing its Mirai Ningen Sentakuki – Human Washing Machine of the Future – after an overwhelming response at the Osaka-Kansai Expo this year. Only 50 models ...

But in communities where skin and other infections are common, doing laundry is often part of medical advice. Washing clothes ...

Washing at 30°C is sold as a simple green fix, yet engineers say it can quietly choke your machine with sludge. How close is ...

Washing machines are prime breeding grounds for mould and bacteria due to the damp environment within the appliance. This can lead to unpleasant smells, mould growth in the seal, and poorly cleaned ...