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Read this before you toss those sandy beach towels in the washer!

CR highlights the best and worst high-efficiency top-loading washers, which offer a compromise between costly front-loaders and inexpensive agitator models.

Choosing between a front-load and top-load washing machine isn't as simple as it seems. From water usage to fabric care and ...