Some items destroy washers, void warranties, and trap bacteria. Skip these fifteen: coins, keys, underwire bras, embellished ...

Suede is like a racehorse or a pampered screen star: High maintenance, demanding, and expensive to keep clean. While suede doesn't generate veterinarian or rehab fees, its dry-cleaning bills come ...

In the season when many people are putting on sweaters and coats to protect themselves from the cold, they’re also discovering that their jackets require special attention when washing. Lili Poland ...

A hide that isn’t kept dry? Washable suede has its share of skeptics. But they’re buying anyway. “I love the idea of being able to throw it in the wash and go,” said Mary Conrad, an advertising ...