If it contains 'nano', it doesn't primarily leak 'nano': at least that's true for silver-coated textiles, explains Bernd Nowack of the Technology and Society division at Empa. During each wash cycle a ...

(Nanowerk News) The antibacterial properties of silver-coated textiles are popular in the fields of sport and medicine. A team at Empa has now investigated how different silver coatings behave in the ...

Silver—claimed to be nanoparticles—employed to kill bacteria in washing machines will now be regulated as a pesticide, EPA announced late last month. Currently, washers that generate silver ions are ...

Choosing a bigger front-loader, HE top-loader, or agitator top-loader will help you get large loads cleaner Check owner's manuals for guidance on load sizes, which will help you wash clothes better ...

A washing machine for woollen clothes helps clean winter wear gently using soft wash action, balanced water flow, and wool-friendly settings. It improves garment life and keeps delicate fibres ...

You know those hieroglyphic-like laundry symbols on clothing labels? They relay important cleaning information. Here's what they mean and how to use them. A picture may be worth a thousand words, but ...