We use the heck out of our washing machines, and probably don't give much thought to washing the machines themselves - they are clean because they clean our clothes, right? Eh...not so much. In fact, after a bout of the stomach bug, it's probably a good idea that you thoroughly clean your washing machine. Although it washes clothes, the temperature doesn't get hot enough to destroy some bacteria, and it's regularly washing underwear, towels, and maybe even tougher things (cloth diapers, etc.) In … Continue reading...