People are excited about purchasing 35 cents that ‘effectively kills’ mold in your washing machine
FANS of cleaning sensation Mrs Hinch have discovered a handbag-friendly way to tackle stubborn mold in your washing machine.
Mold can grow in the washing machine for a plethora of reasons – moisture, heat and organic matter such as soap scum – and even leaving your wet clothes indoors for long periods of time can create ideal conditions for the common mold.
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But not only does it create an unsightly mess, discovering the black marks in your washing machine can also be dangerous.
Mold can not only damage appliances over time, but can also easily spread to other surfaces if the infected clothes are kept in your closet.
While there are a number of products available on the high street to tackle this problem, frugal fans of Mrs Hinch are excited about an affordable kitchen product that will remove mold in no time.
One fan of the cleanfluencer agreed Mrs Hinch let me do it page on Facebookdescribing her washing machine hack as a chemical-free way to banish bacteria, as an alternative to bleach.
The woman said: “While it is also possible to use bleach to kill mold, experts agree that vinegar is a much better option.
“Unlike bleach, vinegar can effectively kill the mold at the root, making it even less likely to return.
Vinegar is also less toxic than bleach, making it a better choice for household use. White [vinegar] is better.”
Vinegar, available for as little as 35p at Sainsbury’s and other supermarkets, can be used to brighten many household items.
To clean the washing machine, add it to the drum of the machine to prevent mold formation, or to the detergent drawer to prevent limescale.
Once the machine is in, turn the machine on while it is empty and make sure it is on the hottest cycle possible.
You can also use the popular Kast Essential to remove any mold from the rubber seal, say the experts at according to Samyx Cleaning.
To do this, you need to open the washing machine door wide so that the rubber seal becomes fully visible.
Then take a cotton pad or ball, moisten it with the 35p liquid and wipe or scrub away any visible mold from the rubber area.
If there are hard to reach areas, use a cotton swab dipped in white vinegar. Keep in mind that mold and dirt can hide in various nooks and crannies, so be thorough.
How to dry wet laundry indoors, in winter
Drying rack or drying rack
Fill your drying rack with wet laundry and place it near a heat source (such as a radiator or direct sunlight) to distribute the air around your clothes.
Dehumidifier
Connect a dehumidifier in a room where clothes are hanging so that they dry quickly and prevent moisture and mold. Many now have a laundry setting.
Tumble dryer
A tumble dryer can heat moisture from wet laundry, which saves time and can be used in all weather conditions.
Heated airer
Many brands and stores now sell heated airers for as little as £30. The racks are heated by electricity and can speed up drying time.
Open a window
Choose a spare room or unused room to keep your laundry and open a window but close the door behind you.
Use curtain poles
Hang wet laundry on radiators and then hook them on curtain rods with the radiators underneath. The heat will rise and dry the items. Alternatively, if you have a shower curtain rod, you can hang your clothes in the bathroom with a window open.
But while vinegar is completely natural and you don’t have to worry about toxic fumes, the gurus cautioned against overusing this method.
“If you use too much, vinegar can damage your rubber seal over time.”
To prevent mold on your washing machine’s rubber seal, there are also some golden rules to follow, such as leaving the washing machine door open after every wash.
Cleaning fans should also get into the habit of removing freshly washed clothing once the cycle has ended.
It is also advisable to take a clean cloth or towel after each wash and allow the door, seal and glass to dry thoroughly.
