How can I clean out the odor from the washing machine?
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How do I get sour smell out of my front load washing machine. I leave the door open between use and still it has developed the “smell”. Yuk!
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I used a cleaner special made for front load machine. It was called Afresh. I also ran an empty wash with just bleach occasionally then lightly wiped out and left the door open to dry. I never had problems. Have you cleaned around the rubber seal?
Hi Carol,
Check behind the rubber door sealer. It's been found that sometimes mold gets behind that sealer and causes a smell. Clean that out regularly with vinegar and water for regular maintenance. Wishing you the best.
Hi Carol - This is a great step-by step article on how to clean your washing machine and get the stinky smells out - regardless of whether it's HE, top or front loading. Hope this helps and happy laundry day! Hugs, Holly
https://pinkfortitude.com/clean-your-washing-machine/
PS - We have a FREE eBook with recipes for all of my homemade and all-natural cleaners. You can download it here --> https://pinkfortitude.com/thank#GreenClean
Here is a step by step way to clean it from right here on Hometalk: https://www.hometalk.com/posts/clean/appliances/how-to-clean-your-washing-machine-using-vinegar-and-baking-soda-21697626