How to naturally Care for your Washing Machine & Tumble Dryer
Scary truth: Washing machines are prone to mould and mildew (Yuck!) that can hinder your clothes from smelling clean. Take our deep cleaning moves for a spin!
Estimated Time: 1.5 Hours (5 min prep + cycle time)
The Washer
STEP 1: Run It
Empty your machine. Before cleaning, always be sure to check your machine's manual for any special deep cleaning instructions.
Start by adding ½ cup scented vinegar to the machine dispenser and 2 tablespoons of alternative bleach to the drum, then run your machine with hot water for a long load.
After your cleaning cycle is finished, run one more short cycle with hot water to rinse any excess residue before your next wash cycle.
STEP 2: Finishing Touch
Wipe down your fabric softener and bleach dispensers with a wet linen cloth or by spritzing with your favourite household spray, I always use my scented vinegar!. Don't forget to wipe down the outside of the machine, too!
P.S - For those stubborn stains of limescale in the dispenser drawer, I always spritz scented vinegar and leave this to soak for 1/2 hour and then scrub away afterwards with a copper pad - magic!
The Dryer
STEP 1: Lose the Lint
The dryer drum collects lint which can leave fuzzy stuff behind on your clean clothing, and affect the efficiency of the dryer over time. To beat the fuzz, wipe down the inside of the dryer regularly with a damp Linen cloth or microfiber cleaning cloth.
STEP 2: Don't Forget Your Filter
Remember to clean the dryer filter after each use as a clogged filter can restrict airflow and reduce your dryer’s performance. It’s also a fire hazard! Check your machine's manual for instructions on how to properly care for the filter.
We recommend following these steps every month to every other month to keep things extra clean.
As always, please do let me know if you have any questions and I will do my best to help.
Talk soon,
B x