I can say in all honesty that I don’t even remember the last time I cleaned out my washing machine.
Oven? Sure. Kitchen cupboards? Do them regularly. But the washing machine? I didn’t even consider that a thing that could get dirty. Of course, that’s the wrong approach to have.
Most bacteria can survive if you’re washing at low temperatures. What’s more, they thrive in the conditions. In addition, mold and fungus can begin to grow, that which gives clothes and sheets a noticeably pungent smell.
Fortunately, we’ve found a simple guide from Swedish newspaper Expressen concerning how to give your machine a proper clean! Best of all? It only requires 4 simple ingredients, and isn’t complicated in the slightest.
What you’ll need:
- Water
- Citric acid
- Ascorbic acid
- Detergent tablets
How to clean the washing machine:
