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It can be hard to clean a rug properly, but most rugs cannot be washed in a washing machine. Fabric type and size play a large role in whether a rug is machine-washable. Always follow the cleaning ...

A decade ago, inventor Jeneva Bell launched a startup called Ruggable that seemed radical at the time: A rug brand with products that you could throw in your home washing machine when they got dirty.

From hats and hair ties to bath mats and backpacks, your washing machine can clean a lot more than just clothes.

Do you know what’s lurking in your area rugs? You probably don’t want to. Many are designed to hide your dirt, dust and dander, and they do a brilliant job. Part of the reason I picked the 10-foot by ...

Common sense plays a big part in determining when many things should be cleaned — if it looks dirty or smells sour, probably best to give it a detox. Other times, though, an item's cleanliness (or ...