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Homes & Gardens
Bridget Mallon

How much vinegar to clean a washing machine? Getting it wrong can ruin your washer

Open the door of white washing machine with a metal drum.

When it comes to household cleaning, there are a few spots that tend to slip most people’s minds – specifically, anything with 'wash' in the name. Washing machines and dishwashers are frequently left off of our must-wash lists, but they actually need to be cleaned as well. And you can use vinegar – in the right quantities.

Cleaning a washing machine is particularly important as they can develop an odor, and bacteria, mold, and mildew can begin to grow the longer you leave the appliance unwashed. Luckily, there’s an easy, natural way to clean your washing machine that only requires one main ingredient: vinegar. 

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