Don’t forget about your washing machine and dryer because they need some cleaning love, too! Scary truth: Washing machines are prone to mold and mildew (major ick) that will hinder your clothes from smelling clean. Take our mold, odor, and grime-eliminating moves for a spin.
The Washer
STEP 1: Run It Empty your machine. Then, add ½ cup Scented Vinegar and 2 capfuls of All-Purpose Bleach Alternative to the machine dispenser and run your machine with hot water for a long load. NOTE: All-Purpose Bleach Alternative should be added directly to the machine drum or detergent dispenser. Never add it to your machine’s bleach dispenser. STEP 2: Finishing Touch Wipe down your fabric softener and bleach dispensers with a wet cloth or by spritzing with Surface Cleaner.
The Dryer
Your Toolkit: Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth, Stain Solution STEP 1: Lose the Lint The dryer drum collects lint which can leave fuzzy stuff behind on your clean clothing and affect the efficiency of the dryer over time. To beat the fuzz, wipe down the inside of the dryer regularly with a Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth dampened with a mixture of a capful of Stain Solution and 1 liter of water. STEP 2: Don't Forget Your Filter Remember to clean the dryer filter after each use as a clogged filter can restrict airflow and reduce your dryer’s performance. It’s also a fire hazard. We recommend following these steps every month to every other month to keep things extra clean.
