How to Clean a Washing Machine from Mold and Mildew: Here's a Genius Life Hack

27.11.2023 15:33

Household appliances will last a long time and perform their functions only if they are looked after and serviced on time.

It may seem strange to some to say that a washing machine needs to be cleaned.

The housewives were told how to clean the washing machine from mold and mildew.

Algorithm of actions

The most accessible and effective option is to use citric acid.

It does a great job of removing scale and other dirt that can lead to mold and mildew.

Washing machine
Photo: © Belnovosti

1. You need to pour the cleaning agent or citric acid into the detergent tray and add it to the drum. For a machine with a load of 3-4 kg, you will need 60 g of acid.

2. Run a wash cycle with the highest water temperature.

3. After the cycle is complete, remove the detergent drawer and wash it by hand.

4. Wipe the drum with a cloth soaked in a solution of laundry soap, remove debris from the rubber seal of the loading opening.

5. Run a hot water wash cycle. This time, you don't need to use any detergents or other additives.

Cleaning can be done once a month, but much depends on the intensity of use of household appliances.

Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor