Washing machine cleaner cleaning powder - pack of 2

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Either use a dedicated washing machine cleaner or mix together a quarter of a cup of bicarbonate of soda and the same quantity of water in a small bowl or jug and pour it into the machine, along with a cup of white vinegar. Then run the machine on a hot wash (special service wash if the manual recommends it). The baking soda and vinegar will handle any mineral deposits or mould while refreshing and sanitising the internals. Needless to say, a dedicated washing machine cleaner will have all the ingredients to do the same, and usually in one shot – you may need to repeat the process with our homemade formula. You can use around 20% of your washing machine clear to clean the detergent drawer. Just remove the drawer and soak it in a solution of cleaner and water for around 30 minutes. Read the instructions to see how much cleaning liquid, powder and water to use. We've done all the hard work for you in this round-up of the best washing machine cleaners available by consulting a cleaning expert with years of experience, The Essex House Dolly. How to clean your washing machine, according to an expert

The best way to clean your washing machine is to run a maintenance wash, sometimes called a service wash. This is where you load the machine with detergent, specialist washing machine cleaner or a homemade alternative and then run the machine at its highest temperature - or on a special machine clean program. Give it a once over: Give your washing machine a gentle clean with a disinfectant once a week. Use a cloth or sponge with soapy water or diluted disinfectant and wipe the drum, detergent drawers, rubber seals and inside the door, cleaning all those hard-to-reach places. If you think your washer is creating a commotion, follow these easy steps on How to fix a loud washing machine. Most people wash their clothes at 40°C or less, and while this is a great way to save money on energy bills and is better for the environment, washing at these temperatures won't completely rid your washing machine of mould and bacteria. That's why you need to regularly run a hotter service wash to deal with this problem.As well as using a washing machine cleaner, some washing machines come with specific cleaning cycles designed to give your machine a thorough clean. We spoke to Vivien Fodor, Hotpoint’s Category Manager for Laundry in the UK and Ireland, who shared how their washing machines have been made to keep your wash as hygienic as possible.

Advice to owners – Pour 100g of the cleaner into the machine: this equates to one tube of the cleaning powder. You can either pour it into the central compartment of the detergent drawer or directly into the drum. Don't add any other detergent and run a coloureds wash at 60°C. If your washing machine seal already has a build-up of mould and mildew, you can still 'get rid of this instantly, simply spray Astonish Mould & Mildew Blaster across the seal and wipe with a damp cloth,' adds Olivia.Drainage – The drain pump removes excess water from the drum during each step of the wash cycle. If the drain pump is broken and either can't remove the water or indicate that it's done, then the machine won't continue to run. Strange noises coming from the machine during (supposed) draining is a sure sign there's a problem. Lucy adds that you should 'give your washing machine a hot empty clean every few months, ideally around 60 degrees' to 'kill any germs and get rid of odours and scum build-up'. 5. Wipe down the door seal Affresh Washing Machine Cleaner Tablets foam up using surfactant chemistry to break up odor-causing residue and grime, washing it away to leave your washer smelling fresh and clean with a subtle fragrance. To best maintain your washing machine, using one tablet per month is suggested for an optimal clean. If you're using a washing machine cleaner you won't need to use a washing machine detergent or a pre-wash as part of the cleaning process.