What is the best method for deep cleaning my laundry washing machine?
Living rurally, our washing machine gets quite the workout. I make a habit of wiping out the interior drum (it is top load if that matters) and cleaning the top on a fairly regular basis. Lately, I'm starting to think a more in-depth cleaning of the washer may be in order. What is the best way to give my washing machine a deep clean so that it continues to clean everything else for me? Thank you!
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I usually clean mine by running a basic fast-wash with just strong cleaning vinegar water, wiping down everything I can reach around the top and top edges of the tub, then leaving the lid open.for a couple of hours (although I live in a desert, so stuff dries fast; if you live where there's humidity, consider 24 to 48 hours open).
Some folks like to use bleach- same way, I just don't like bleach as much because it is too easy to miss a drop or dribble and then end up with bleach marks. I don't use bleach in laundry overall unless it is something I want as white as possible because bleach really weakens fabric. Vinegar- especially cleaning vinegar- is highly acidic, and not much germy that is alive can be doused it in and come out unscathed.
There are a number of youtube videos demonstrating how it is done; search "deep-cleaning top loading washer". Then be prepared to be stultified by some woman trying to make cleaning her washing machine look and sound interestingly important.