subject: Stink, Stink Go Away [print this page] When the spinning speed of the washing machine is having a problem, expect to have some problem as well with the output of the laundry youve washed inside the washer tub. Chances are the clothes you washed in the washing machine will have some kind of musty smell that is caused by the moisture build up in the tub.
While the washing machine has the drain pump to remove the excess water used in the washing cycle, it is the spinning that gets rid of the moisture from the clothing. If the maximum speed of the washer is not attained, the moisture within the clothing will not disappear and will remain inside the washer tub. More often than not, this predicament is suffered by people who allow their wet clothes to linger inside the washing machine long after the cycle has been completed. This simple act definitely leads to stinky odor and mildew.
With the different styles and designs of washers today, it is often difficult to pinpoint which among the parts of the machine is exactly causing the stink. If its a front-loading style, moisture can build up both in the inside surfaces of the door as well as the interior of the tub. To resolve this issue, you need to dry off the inside surfaces of the door using a clean cloth. You may want to also leave the washer door slightly open after washing is completed to allow warm air to enter the machine.
Washing machine stinks can also be avoided by gently wiping off the rubber seal in front of the washing machine. This part has grooves, ridges, and small crevices where water can accumulate. Along with the wash water, you need to also realize that a small amount of detergent can get stuck as well, which can become sour and heighten the bad smell when left unnoticed.
For people with sloppy washing habits, a final piece of advice is regarding the use of liquid fabric softeners. If you used too much fabric softeners in full strength, these can become sticky that allow lint and dirt from clothes to stick. These washer remains can enhance the musty smell in your stinky washing machine.
It is said that how you take care of your things unconsciously reflects your personality. In this case, if you use a smelly washing machine, then it only shows how slipshod and untidy you can be. Follow these simple steps and youd surely kick that washing machine stinky habit for good!
