The US-only LG WT7700HVA washing machine costs $1,500. That's expensive for a single laundry appliance, especially a top-load model, which typically would cost less than its front-load counterparts.

LG makes a range of high-efficiency front-loaders, and the WM3600HWA is a particularly affordable yet high-performing option. It aces our rigorous cleaning tests in the lab, and washes gently and ...

Removing these washplates can be really, really hard. I had to remove 4 this week, and decided to film taking out the 5th one. This one went easier than others, but the same technique has worked every ...