Clean mold out of a washing machine monthly to prevent it from becoming abreeding groundgone wild.
Bleach is the most effective solution forcleaning a washing machine.
Keep reading to learn how to use bleach to clean mold out of a washing machine.
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Empty out the compartment where detergent and fabric softener goes.
Set the water temperature to warm or hot.
Do not mix hydrogen peroxide with chlorine bleach as it can causetoxic fumes.
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For a front load washer, gently peel back the flexible door gasket to clean the inside.
This is usually where dirt and detergent residue gets trapped and mold begins to grow.
Once all of the mold is gone, dry the area with a soft cloth.
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You only need abouttwo tablespoons of liquid detergentfor a normal-sized load of laundry.
Add a fan to your laundry room toimprove air circulationand dry the washer interior more quickly.
You might want to consider bringing in a dehumidifier to keep humidity levels lower.
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Check yourdryer ventto check that it is tight and not leaking moist air into the laundry room.
Dark, damp conditions are also appealing to mold.
Chlorine bleach is the most effective mold remover to use in a washing machine.
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If you are sensitive to chlorine bleach, you could substitute hydrogen peroxide.
Do not mix the two chemicals.
Vinegar is not as strong as bleach for removing mold.
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Urgent note: Never mix bleach and vinegar since the two together can create toxic fumes.
Dangers of mixing bleach with cleaners.
Washington State Department of Health
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