Comments on: How to clean a washing machine

By: Crystalhelen

Crystalhelen — Thu, 03 May 2012 06:57:00 +0000

I put white vinegar in the rinse section of my front loader for all loads except towels. I don’t do it on the towels load as I have to use fabric softener. Keeps the machine clean and prevents fabric softener build up so I can then wash my Enjo fibres

By: Jmharris2272

Jmharris2272 — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:46:00 +0000

I have told people to use a product called Washing Machine Magic, just follow the instructions

By: Keri Algar

Keri Algar — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:16:00 +0000

That’s a great tip, thanks Tony!

By: Tonypilk

Tonypilk — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:59:00 +0000

Hello all, are you using liquid detergent or non bio powder? if so there are no bleaching agents in these products so that will allow the mould to grow. Use a good quality bio powder (Ariel) and you should not get any of these problems

By: Keri Algar

Keri Algar — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:04:00 +0000

Hi Evie – if you’re in doubt it might be best not to use such a corrosive susbtance as bleach. You may like to start with a bit of lemon juice or vinegar (these are quite popular) and see how your machine responds. Perhaps even just a hot wash will do. Let us know how you go!

By: Keri Algar

Keri Algar — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:03:00 +0000

Wow this is quite unfortunate! Two washing machines, expensive indeed. As with using any corrosive substances, caution is best. And using them conservatively is a good idea. At the end of the day a bit of elbow grease also works! Thanks for your sharing your experience with us!

By: Keri Algar

Keri Algar — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Hi Kathy – it looks like many people are suggesting Exit Mould. This is a bleach-based product so you may want to use it with caution, at least at first. Leaving your front loader door slightly adjar between washes could be a good idea for you. Good luck!

By: Keri Algar

Keri Algar — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:59:00 +0000

Hi Mario – you might like to start with a small ammount, say half a cup of vinegar with a cup and half of water and see how your machine responds. I’ve heard of people using up to three cups of vinegar, but remember all the above mentioned ingredients have varying levels of corrosive qualities. Happy cleaning!

By: Keri Algar

Keri Algar — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:58:00 +0000

Hi! Most people add the vinegar to the detergent or softner bin. Happy cleaning!

By: Kathy

Kathy — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:07:00 +0000

Any ideas on how to remove mould from the rubber ring on a fron loader washing machine? I always put a piece of sponge in the lip to soak up any water that may have gathered. It has worked really well up until now. I think the humid conditions we are experiencing in Perth have added to this problem. I know several others who have the same problem with their front loading machines.

We have all tried everything we can think of.

By: Jules

Jules — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:33:00 +0000

Im glad I’m not the only one with mould on the front rubbers.I have a Miele washing machine and I luv it but dont like the design of the front door rubbers..I have contacted Miele and it was clean it with vinegar and leave the door open. doesnt do much for the mould..but will try exit mould

By: Mozrock

Mozrock — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:13:00 +0000

This is so true; bleach doesn’t actually ruin the sealsbut it cleans all the grime from them and then they leak and the seals are usually directly above the motor in some models, which then leaks and does its fatal damage. I know I have done it to two machines. My last machine wasn’t that old either and I was soaking my washing in a water bleach solution and I forgot that was exactly what I had done to my first machine. If you need to soak with bleach do it in a tub and please dont do it as a cleaner of a machine. It becomes expensive.

By: 3grottyboys

3grottyboys — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:57:00 +0000

DO you add the vinegar in the detergent bin or in the actual machine for a front loader

By: BAarbara tthowe

BAarbara tthowe — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:22:00 +0000

I have been using vinegar as my rinse liquid for over 12 months cleanest machine in Perth every couple of months take out the spindle and soak the litttle int back as well

By: mario

mario — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:52:00 +0000

what ratio of vinegar to water

By: Lsbthcrawford287

Lsbthcrawford287 — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:49:00 +0000

I use a cup of white vinegar on the hottest wash, and use this once a month in the machine.

By: David

David — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:48:00 +0000

Exit mould works really well and is a simple solution to the ugly mould in front loaders

By: Dozie

Dozie — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:43:00 +0000

I run a 60 minute cycle with a cup of white vinegar about once a month no smells no scum spotlessly clean (and very cheap)

By: Evie Andrews

Evie Andrews — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:31:00 +0000

I was told not to use bleach because it would ruin the rubbers.

By: Yvette Bee

Yvette Bee — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:28:00 +0000

you can apply exit mould as well, let it soak for 10 mins then wipe clean with chux. run a hot wash and leave the door open for a day if you can.

By: Vickihennen

Vickihennen — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:20:00 +0000

How do you clean the rubber seals on a front loader?

By: Sgmcd

Sgmcd — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:16:00 +0000

i use white vinager after washing to keep it clean