5 Ways To Keep A Front-Load Washing Machine Free Of Mold
October 25, 2018
Front-load washing machines are a truly wonderful invention. They make doing laundry so much more convenient, and they tend to fit more clothing than top-load washing machines do. However, front-load washing machines can also unknowingly produce mold. In order to keep your washing machine free of mold and unpleasant odors, keep the following tips in mind.
1. Leave The Door Open
Because washing machines are constantly warm and wet, they’re the perfect breeding ground for mold and bacteria. To reduce the moisture in your washing machine and prevent mold from forming, leave the washing machine door open when it’s not in use.
2. Less Is More
You really don’t need to use a ton of detergent in order to clean your clothes. Plus, the more detergent you use, the greater chance there is of residue buildup.
3. Clean The Gasket
The main place for mold formation in a washing machine is the gasket. The gasket is the seal that runs around the opening of the washing machine, and the rubber lining attached to it is where mold likes to live, so ensure you regularly clean under that rubber lining.
4. Less Suds
In order to prevent residue buildup from happening in your washing machine, you should choose a laundry detergent that produces less suds. In general, powdered detergents seem to be less soapy than liquid ones.
5. Cleaning Cycle
To clean your washing machine and prevent it from being home to bacteria and mold, pour a few cups of distilled vinegar in the machine. Run a hot water cycle (with nothing else in the machine) and it’ll be nice and clean after.