A build-up of grease, detergents and fabric conditioners can cause unpleasant smells and moulds in your washing machine, especially if you use low-temperature washes and colour detergent, which contains no bleach.
To get rid of these deposits, use a washing machine cleaner to banish smells, flush out stagnant water and dislodge limescale.
To stop deposits from building up infuture, it's a good idea to run your machine empty once a month at 60C or hotter; adding soda crystals to the drum or bleach to the dispenser drawer will help.
Keep things fresh by wiping round the rubber door seal after every few washes to remove grime, and leave the door ajar when the machine is not in use.
Good Housekeeping, date not noted.
GH recommended Glo-Care Service-It Washing Machine Cleaner
