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Using a Washing Machine Without Knowing These 2 Cleaning Tips? You Might Be Making a Dirty Mistake
Let’s face it — we rely on our washing machines to keep our clothes clean and fresh. But what many people don’t realize is this: a dirty washing machine can’t clean your clothes properly. In fact, skipping regular machine maintenance is one of the main reasons clothes come out smelling musty, looking dingy, or worse — covered in lint and detergent residue.
🧼 Tip #1: Clean the Washing Machine Drum Monthly with a Natural Deep-Clean Solution
Over time, your washer’s drum can collect soap scum, bacteria, mold, and mineral buildup — especially if you frequently use cold water or high-efficiency (HE) detergent.
Here’s how to give it a deep clean using simple ingredients from your kitchen:
✅ What You’ll Need:
- 2 cups white vinegar
- ¼ cup baking soda
- A microfiber cloth
🌀 Instructions:
- Set your washer to the hottest, largest load setting.
- Add 2 cups of white vinegar directly into the drum.
- Let the machine run a full cycle (empty, no clothes).
- After the cycle, sprinkle ¼ cup baking soda into the drum and run another short hot cycle.
- Once finished, wipe down the inside of the drum, door seal, and detergent drawer with a microfiber cloth.
Why it works: Vinegar breaks down mineral deposits and mold, while baking soda neutralizes odors and scrubs away residue.
💨 Tip #2: Don’t Ignore the Gasket and Detergent Tray — They’re Mold Magnets
Front-loading washers are especially guilty of harboring mold and mildew in the rubber door gasket and detergent drawer. Neglecting these spots can lead to persistent odors and even laundry that smells worse coming out than it did going in.
🔍 Here’s how to keep them clean:
For the rubber gasket:
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