There is a trick used even by the oldest laundries to always have clean and impeccable clothes. Here is the secret.
It can often happen to do the laundry, use the best detergents and fabric softeners but, once the cycle is over, take out of the washing machine clothes or linen that give off a not exactly pleasant smell.
The reason is simple, almost trivial, but regular cleaning with the method of the old laundries will be enough to solve the problem. Let’s see together what it is.
How to care for your washing machine
The washing machine is one of the most used appliances in the home. Present for several decades now in anyone’s homes, its purpose is to return clean, fragrant laundry in a short time. However, it happens that not everything always goes smoothly. In fact, it can happen to take out of the drum the clothes that have taken on a smell of humidity, despite the detergent and fabric softener being very fragrant. What is the cause of this problem?
Simple, right at the humidity itself. It is in fact essential to take care of your washing machine by cleaning it regularly, otherwise the residues of soap and water can create small molds in the gasket, which in the long run can lead not only to smelly cloths, but also to skin allergies.
A good habit to adopt is to clean and dry the gasket regularly after each wash, in order to prevent any residue from settling and creating mold and humidity. To do this, simply dry with a paper towel or a cotton cloth.
If the problem is already at an advanced stage, there is a trick also used by old laundries to clean the laundry room well and keep it in good condition.
The trick of old laundries
To have a washing machine that is always in excellent condition and avoid the formation of humidity and mold, you will need a few ingredients that are easy to find. You’ll need a lemon, some toothpaste, baking soda, and some vinegar.
The key ingredient for this cleansing method is undoubtedly lemon.
Lemon is a versatile ingredient that can be widely used for household cleaning, primarily for its disinfectant properties. This citrus fruit has natural antibacterial and antiviral properties thanks to citric acid, making it an excellent disinfectant for cleaning surfaces such as the sink, bathtub, toilet and kitchen.
It also smells fresh and clean, making it ideal for eliminating bad odors in your home. Last but not least, it has degreasing and polishing properties.
To proceed with cleaning the washing machine, all you have to do is cut the lemon in half and use a part of it.
Spread the toothpaste over the entire lemon pulp. Add a little toothpaste also inside the porthole at the gasket.
Then take half a cup of baking soda and use it inside the gasket. Then add a cup of vinegar and leave it on for a couple of minutes. Use a toothbrush to actively clean any residue in the seal. Once this is done, pour half a cup of vinegar into the drum, close the door and start washing at medium temperature.
The hot water will dissolve the lemon, which will act as a degreaser and sanitizer assisted by the toothpaste. Once the cycle is complete, open the door and dry any water residue in the gasket. Your washing machine will now be clean and sanitized. You can repeat this once a month for regular deep cleaning, remembering to always dry the gasket after each wash cycle.
