SOS Appliance Repair Inc is a Toronto based repair company that specializes in the repair of household and commercial appliances both North American and European brands. We started this blog to offer advice to keep appliances running without repairs and address questions that our clients frequently ask us. If you require assistance with an appliance and you live in the GTA give us a call and we will arrange an appointment. You can find our contact info on our website. www.sosappliancerepair.com
Monday, April 20, 2015
Keeping a Washing Machine Smelling Good
Front Loading Washing Machines are excellent, energy and water efficient appliances but just a few forgetful moments is all it takes to have the washer pick up a bad odor. If the door is left closed after running a load or any wet clothes are left inside for too long the washer might have some mold start growing. Fortunately there are a few different tricks to cleaning out your washer.
Buying Cleaner Packets
You can find washing machine cleaner packets just about anywhere you can find soap for the machine but the chemicals used here are rather harsh and those with sensitive skin may want to steer clear. Anyone particular about using natural products should also give them a wide berth, there are natural options that you can use instead.
Vinegar for the Win
Vinegar and baking soda aren't just for making science fair volcanoes; they are extremely efficient at cleaning appliances and other items. Mix up 1/4 cup of baking soda, and a 1/4 cup of water; keep 2 cups of vinegar on the side. The soda/water mixture is essentially your soap, so put it in the detergent bin, pour the vinegar directly into the drum of your washing machine. Run the washer on the hottest water setting and let the vinegar and soda do all the hard work. You will need to follow the wash cycle with a bit of scrubbing around the seals of the machine, be thorough but gentle, the door seal can get ripped rather easily.
To help prevent this problem in the first place you should keep your front loading washer door open in between washes. This will allow the washing machine drum to dry out and help cut down on mold.
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