I have owned a Samsung front load washer for 15 years. I keep a clean kitchen towel to soak up any water left in the seal at the door then use at the bottom to hold the door open. I also regularly drained the large item catcher and drained the water every 3 months. There is also a product for washers called Alfresh I used regularly. This item is sold at grocery store and hardware. I have been extremely happy with my washer and am now having to replace it d/t worn out bearings.