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Sure there may be some people out there who enjoy doing laundry, but for the vast majority of us, the never ending slog of wash, dry, fold, put away is a household chore we’d gladly wash our hands of.

Washing all your laundry together can save time, but unfortunately, it can also cause damage. Here's what you need to know before you start the spin cycle.