Ewww my washing machine STINKS :(

Barneysmom

White vinegar would probably be the best to use as it will help break calcium deposits too.

LJM

i use white vinegar always

Vedder2008

I use vinegar aswell and also in my dishwasher!:)

*SmallFry*

How much vinegar do you put in?

Barneysmom

A couple of capsfull.
Capsfull - should that be capfulls? :cool:

*SmallFry*

Barneysmom wrote: »

A couple of capsfull.
Capsfull - should that be capfulls? :cool:

Thank you.

I think it's capfuls

Dustykitten

I find using soda crystals makes mine more smelly even on a really hot wash. I'll try vinegar next. I have used bleach before - a capful in the drum.

ERICS_MUM

I just leave the washing machine door open for a few hours after the wash so the drum etc dries out - no smell, no black mould on the rubber door seal. I use one of those deep clean sachets every couple of months (if I remember !)

I_luv_cats

when my washer starts to hum, i use an empty hot wash, liquid detergent and bleach.
I think low temp washes, machine may not empty 100% and perhaps a little backfill to create a pong!!!
I always dry my rim with kitchen paper or rag.

Churchmouse

I'd agree with ERICS MM, I think good airflow is the most critical factor. Since I've made a point of drying the machine as much as possible, and leaving the door open, I've totally eliminated any smell. ( fingers crossed, touch wood ....... any more incantations anyone lol)