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Washing Machines Pose Dangers to Small Children

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To parents, a washing machine is a necessary tool for keeping their family’s clothing nice and clean. For small children, the washing machine may look like a spaceship to play in or a good place to hide. Parents can take steps to ensure that their toddlers and preschoolers cannot get inside the washing machine. The Washington Post reported a terrifying story about a three-year-old girl who crawled inside the family’s washing machine. The door closed, and water started pouring in. Fortunately, the girl’s four-year-old brother ran to tell their parents what happened. The washing machine was brand new, and the … Continue reading →

Front Loading Washing Machines Promote Mold

If you have been considering trading in your existing top loading washing machine for a high efficiency front loading one, you might want to think twice. Mold is becoming a growing problem when it comes to these new washing machines. MSNBC is reporting that consumers are becoming frustrated by the fact that after a while, their washing machines and even their clean clothes start to stink as mold and even slime begins to build up on the rubber gaskets. This can be especially hard to bear for consumers because these machines cost much more than top loading machines. Higher end … Continue reading →