How to Clean the Washing Machine

With all the spring cleaning in the air, cleaning the washing machine is often forgotten.  But I found a great tutorial for cleaning the inside of your machine from Ask Anna, found here. 

It is quick and easy 3 steps.

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Step 1: Fill machine up with water.  Add 2 cups of white vinegar and let sit for 1 hour.
Step 2: Start the machine over and let it run a complete cycle.
             Once drained, Wipe down the inside.  All the grime will rub off easily.
Step 3: Fill machine up again and add 2 cups of bleach.  Let soak for 1 hour.
Step 4: While soaking, clean the outside.

* This is where I add my own little trick. I use an old credit card 

(mine is actually an Albertson's Club Card).  

It fits into all the cracks easily and gets all the grime out.

You'd be shocked how dirty it can get.  

Do you have a Front Loader Washing Machine?  

Ever wondered how to clean and maintain a front loading washing machine.  Here is a great tutorial.  This lady's laundry was not washing well and smelling and she found the solution.  Found at: www.ecokaren.com.

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