: a material (such as rubber) or a part (such as an O-ring) used to make a joint fluid-tight
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Use a mixture of equal parts vinegar and water in a spray bottle to clean the agitator and rubber gasket on the door.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
27 June 2026
Trapped moisture is the biggest contributor to mold growth in a washer, particularly in the rubber gasket, detergent dispensers, and the machine’s filter(s).
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Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
Taking a minute each week—or, ideally, after each load—to wipe down the gasket folds helps prevent buildup, keeps the machine smelling fresh, and helps maintain your washer's performance.
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Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
The gasket mount design of the K2 and K8 combines multi-layer sound-damping materials for a deeper and more solid typing experience.
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Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
27 June 2026
Trapped moisture is the biggest contributor to mold growth in a washer, particularly in the rubber gasket, detergent dispensers, and the machine’s filter(s).
—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2026
Taking a minute each week—or, ideally, after each load—to wipe down the gasket folds helps prevent buildup, keeps the machine smelling fresh, and helps maintain your washer's performance.
—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
The gasket mount design of the K2 and K8 combines multi-layer sound-damping materials for a deeper and more solid typing experience.
—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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“Gasket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gasket. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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gasket
noun
gas·ket
ˈgas-kət 
: a material (as rubber) or a part used to prevent a joint from leaking
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