How to Clean a Washing Machine

Cleaning a washing machine is a bit like an oxymoron, isn’t it? 

Cleaning the cleaner?

Needless to say, the interior tends to gather some residue from continuous use, and the outer part of the machine certainly needs a light cleaning every so often. 

To clean the sides and top if a washing machine, all you need is a clean cloth and liquid soap.  Nothing too harsh, and simply wipe it down. 

The inside of the washing machine will also need to be cleaned as well.  After each wash, take a dry cloth and wipe down the entire inside barrel.  

Ensure that you clean up any spilled detergent or powder.  This can build up and make it that much harder to clean next time.   

By the way, have you ever gone to a Laundromat and as you pass some machines they tend to give off an odd odor?  Well, the same thing can happen to the one you have at home.   

If you notice, the machines (both washer and dryer) in the Laundromat are left open after each use.  This enables any odors to escape from within.  So too, if you have an odor in your washing machine, you can just keep the doors open or use baking soda and run an empty load on the hot water cycle. 

Check the manufacturer’s manual under care and maintenance.  The more you know how to sufficiently care for the machine, the less time you will spend cleaning it or wondering what that awful smell is. 

If you use a Laundromat, there isn’t a whole lot you can do other than switching machines or notifying the manager about a specific problem or odor. 

But if you own a washing machine, not only are you saving money but you can save even more by incorporating proper care and maintenance.

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