The 35p cupboard staple that 'destroys mould spores' in washing machines
dailyrecord.co.ukThe washing machine is arguably one of the most relied upon appliances in the household, and is one of the most hard working.Families will be washing clothes, shoes and bedding almost every day, so the washing machine is used a lot to keep the house clean, reports the Express.Over time, dirt and bacteria can build up inside the machine, with mould and limescale growing and making your laundry smell unpleasant.
While you can remove mould and limescale with plenty of chemical products, using everyday cupboard staples is much less harsh, and often cheaper.Laura Harnett, founder of Seep eco cleaning tools, has shared how you can get rid of mould and limescale from your washing machine.She exclusively told Express.co.uk: “To beat a build-up of limescale and mould, you should clean your washing machine every couple of months."This is easier and less time-intensive than it sounds.
The key areas to tackle are the detergent drawer, drum, seals, window and filter.“Firstly I would locate the filter and remove it.
Soak the filter itself in a bucket of warm water with one part of white vinegar added while you tackle other areas of the machine."If you can reach inside the filter housing, then clean this area using a vinegar spray which is antibacterial and will destroy any mould spores in there."This same spray can be used to wipe down all the seals within the washing machine, as well as the inner drum and window.To make the washing machine window shiny, finish it off with half a lemon.
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