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Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

Phil West

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‘I have not separated darks and whites in close to 10 years lol’: Laundry expert reveals whether separating dark and light clothing makes a difference

Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

3 panel image: on the side is a laundry room at night with a washing machine lit up from the inside.

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‘This is devastating’: Woman shares whether you should be doing laundry at night or morning to save money

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‘A serious disaster’: Expert issues warning for people who use detergent pods

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‘Agitator is the way’: Woman issues warning for anyone who uses a front-load washing machine

Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Ljeonida Mulabazi

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‘I’d throw my whole bathroom out’: Person tries to clean used bean bag chair. It backfires spectacularly

Mustafa Gatollari has been an internet culture writer for over a decade. He has a passion for connecting what’s trending on social media to solid research—helping to separate clout-chasing claims from facts.

Mustafa Gatollari

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‘Buyer beware’: Homeowners buy Maytag washer from Lowe’s. It backfires 10 days later

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

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‘This take is spot on’: Realtor shares what type of washer and dryer you should have in your home

Amelie Allen was a trending intern at the Daily Dot. She&#8217;s a senior at the University of Arizona, where she studies political science and journalism. In her free time, she enjoys reading, puppetry, and watching old movies.

Amelie Allen

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‘Speed Queen all the way’: Shopper buys $550 Samsung washing machine. It breaks down a year later

Technician says you’ve been filling up your washer wrong this whole time

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‘What’s the bulky items button for then?’: Technician says you’ve been filling up your washer wrong this whole time

Beau Paul is a freelance writer from Austin, Texas. Beau also wrote narrative and dialog for the gaming industry for several years before becoming an entertainment journalist.

Beau Paul

Woman buys all-in-one washer dryer from LG

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‘LG and Samsung should stick to TVs’: Woman buys all-in-one washer dryer from LG. She regrets the purchase

Expert reveals why you shouldn’t fill up the cap with detergent and drop into laundry load

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‘Once we stopped we didn’t have an issue’: Expert reveals why you shouldn’t fill up the cap with detergent and drop into laundry load

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‘If the Lord allows it, I hope you see this’: Customer reveals which brand of washing machine is a nightmare experience for her

Guest learns hotel will charge $150 if she uses towel to remove her makeup

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‘That washcloth probably cost them 15 cents’: Guest learns hotel will charge $150 if she uses towel to remove her makeup

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