Fans of Mrs Hinch have ranted and raved about an incredibly handy 4p item which will get your 'entire' washer sparkling clean in just five minutes time.
And what's more, you'll more than likely have one kicking around in one of your kitchen cupboards.
Households across the United Kingdom rely on their appliances to primp and prime old and worn clothes, but many forget all about the importance of keeping their machines shining bright.
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The Mirror reports that over time, the dirt from your laundry can build up inside your machine, creating an ideal breeding ground for bacteria and - if you're not careful - mould and mildew, which can in turn wreak all sorts of havoc. To keep your machine in tip-top shape, it's important to keep on top of cleaning it, ensuring greater machine longevity, and fresh-smelling clothes come laundry day.
Now, a savvy homecare fan has shared her words of wisdom on getting your machine gleaming once more, and swears you can get it done in just five minutes flat. Taking to the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips Facebook page, the resourceful woman wrote: "So I’ve been seeing the trick about putting dishwasher tablets through your washing machine to clean the entire washer out, well I’ve just tried it.
“Just five minutes in and the water was already brown. Safe to say it works. My washing machine is now sparkling.”
One fellow group member applauded: “Wow, just wow. I didn't think much would happen. Must admit I spent the whole wash just watching the water turn grey/brown. Top tip, I will be sharing.”
Another approved: “I have just tried using dishwasher tablets in the machine on a 90 wash and the black on the door rubber has disappeared, amazing."
You can try this tip for yourself by placing the tablet into the drum, before adding more water via the detergent compartment, all while making sure to keep the door closed. This should be done until the level just about exceeds the height of the hatch's lower edge.
A packet of 30 dishwasher tablets will set you back £1.34 at Asda, working out as just 4p per tablet. You can also currently grab packs of 40 tablets at Wilko as part of a two for £5 offer.
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