The genius trick to clean the washing machine drawer: like new it will be rid of mold
Some would say that for optimal maintenance, it would be necessary to be able to remove this famous drawer from the washing machine. But yes, precisely!
A simple and quick trick to keep the detergent drawer always clean
A washing machine
Social networks, like Facebook or Tik Tok, are often the scene of tricks, each more ingenious than the last. Videos about household chores continue to multiply and finally become viral, so much do they seduce Internet users. Among them, we discovered that of a young woman who stages her ingenious method for cleaning the washing machine drawer. Like many people, she reveals that she had no idea that the detergent drawer could be removed: “How did I not know that this drawer was removable?!” she exclaimed. “I decided to take a look in the drawer of the washing machine and I discovered that there was a little button that allowed me to pull the drawer out completely. And then, let’s just say that the observation was horrifying. There was mold and a lot of dirt hidden behind it!” she admits.
Since then, the comments below the video have been flying. Everyone wanted to share their own experience on the subject. “I decided to leave the drawer in a solution of hot soapy water, before applying a stronger cleaning remedy,” says someone who was also finally able to remove the drawer from the appliance.
Another said: “To be completely honest, I also just discovered that it is possible to remove this drawer. I didn’t really know how to do it until then. Now, with a little boiling water, dishwashing liquid and a scrub with an old toothbrush, the drawer is cleaner than ever! “
And there you have it, now you know what you have to do. And besides, you should consider doing this cleaning regularly, because it is precisely the detergent residues and the mold that end up developing the bad smells that impregnate your clothes.
How to clean your washing machine?
High temperature empty program: Pour 1 liter of white vinegar into the drum and run an empty program at 90°C to disinfect the tub and eliminate bacteria. It is recommended to do this twice a year.
Drum cleaning: To remove bad smells, clean the inside of the drum, the seal and the porthole with a cloth soaked in white vinegar. White vinegar will also freshen up your washing machine.
Drum drying: Make sure to leave the door open after each wash to allow the drum to dry properly.
How to get rid of bad smells in the washing machine?
Washing clothes in the washing machine 2
And of course, there is nothing more annoying than smelling that unpleasant musty smell on our laundry right after washing. As mentioned, mold can easily accumulate inside your washing machine, causing that strong smell that can quickly harm allergy sufferers. How to get rid of it? First of all, it is important to clean the washing machine from time to time with an effective descaling solution. You can alternate chemicals with homemade remedies, such as a mixture of baking soda and distilled white vinegar. These natural ingredients are excellent for descaling and disinfecting the appliance. Simply add this solution to the detergent drawer and run an empty program at a temperature of 90 ° C.
It is also essential not to neglect the following factors:
Clean the detergent drawer
This cleaning is necessary at least once a week to remove any excess detergent that could later become smelly and musty. Beware of the self-cleaning function: many appliances have this option to eliminate bacteria that accumulate and clean the drum at a temperature of 70 ° C. However, it does not always provide the expected result.
Leave the door open after the wash cycle
Golden rule: always remember to leave the washing machine door open after washing your clothes, to properly air the drum. If you keep it closed, air does not enter and bacteria will develop due to the excess humidity inside.
Wipe the door seal after each wash
Precisely, speaking of humidity, also make sure to dry the rubber seal of the door well. Use a clean cloth after each wash. If you fail to do this, water in the seal can quickly cause bad odors.