A single laundry load containing synthetic clothing can release thousands of plastic microfibers from nylon, acrylic and polyester materials. Lab testing of an SA-made washing machine filter at ...

Tests show a new washing machine filter cuts polyester microfibres and captures particles down to 20 microns, helping keep plastics out of waterways. (Nanowerk News) A single laundry load containing ...

Your laundry is shedding more than just lint. Washing machine wastewater is one of the top sources of microplastics, with a single unit in a four-person household producing up to 500 grams a year as ...

“Brunch with Babs” strikes again — except this time, instead of sharing how to properly carve and care for fresh pumpkins, Barbara Costello (@brunchwithbabs), the viral grandmother influencer on ...

Researchers at Xeros have developed a groundbreaking new way to clean your clothes. Instead of relying on traditional water and washing powder, the company has innovated a system that uses polymer ...

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When was the last time you cleaned your washing machine filter? Rest assured that you're not alone if your answer is somewhere between "never" and "Does my washer even have a filter?" While you may ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you have a top-loading washing machine, you are among the majority of Americans who own this type of appliance over a front-loading washing ...

Engineers at SKF have developed a polymer-based drum support unit for washing machines that is claimed to offer an alternative to aluminium or cast-iron solutions, bringing cost and energy savings to ...

WE all want to get the most out of our products without spending extra money. Well, one savvy dad has shared a clever trick to help you avoid unexpected costs with your washing machine. A money-saving ...