Thursday, December 24, 2009

How do you clean mold from a washing machine?

mold is on rubber area just inside door on a ';front loading'; machineHow do you clean mold from a washing machine?
*Use ';high efficiency'; rated laundry detergent. This is recommended for front-loading washers because it is low sudsing. The suds that build up in nooks and crannies cause the mold problem.





*Reduce the amount of regular laundry detergent you use if you cannot buy the high efficiency detergent. Use only about 1/4 the amount you would normally use. Unfortunately, this will sacrifice the quality of clean you will achieve.





*Add 1/4 cup of vinegar to your powdered detergent. The acidity will reduce the amount of suds produced.





*Use bleach in at least one load every couple of weeks. If you live in an area where the water is too mineral rich to use bleach without staining, run the washer empty with 1/4 cup of bleach. Even if you use bleach just for sheets or towels, it will make a significant difference in the mold problem. Always use the bleach compartment so that it will be significantly diluted before touching your wash.





*Wipe the door gasket with a diluted bleach solution once every couple of weeks and dry thoroughly.





*Leave the front-loading washer door ajar between loads to allow air to circulate.How do you clean mold from a washing machine?
One important tip is when you are finished using your washer, leave the door slightly ajar so air can flow in and out. This will help future build-up of mold.


As for the present mold problem, try Tilex mold and mildew remover with a cloth or sponge...but be sure to rinse well after using this.


Also try Oxyclean mixed with hot water. Good luck.
use a solution of bleach and water. Spray it on there and let it sit for a while then wipe it down. Spray on a thin coat and leave it. Make sure it's dry before putting clothes in. I'd probably do my whites first.
mix 2parts water to one part vinegar and scrub it off. Be quick, as vinegar is a little corrosive to rubber, tends to dry it out with prolonged contact
Try a load of bleach and hot water. That should do the trick
wipe it off with bleach

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