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Your washing machine releases hundreds of grams of microplastics a year — a new filter removes 99% of them

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 ...
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How to clean your washing machine's water inlet filter for better washing performance

Is your washing machine taking ages to fill up lately? Or maybe your clothes come out of a full cycle still looking a bit grubby. Before you call a technician, check one small part first: the water ...
The Post-Journal

Lawmaker proposes microfiber filters for washing machines

Assemblywoman Anna Kelles isn't coming for anybody's washing machines – but she wants the machines that are used to filter out microfibers before they are sent into the wastewater streams. Kelles ...
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If you haven’t cleaned your washing machine filter, your clothes (and machine) could be paying the price

Key PointsCleaning your washing machine filter prevents odors, drainage issues, and residue on clothes.Most people overlook the filter because its location varies by machine type and model.Regular ...
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How To Clean Your Washing Machine's Inlet Filter (And How Often You Should)

Washing clothes can be a boring and time-consuming chore. But cleaning the washing machine doesn't have to take very long, depending on how you do it. The next time you decide to tackle the job, don't ...