Have you ever looked closely at your washing machine? Three babies later and a few years of built up fabric softener and grime, mine was DESPERATE to be cleaned. I am happy to say that with a few ingredients you probably already have at home and some elbow grease my washer is now looking brand new - ready to tackle a summer's worth of muddy pants, grass and picnic stains!
Supplies:
2 cups Borax
2 cups white vinegar
1 fresh lemon - juiced
2 gallons boiling water
Scrubbing brush or rough sponge, old toothbrush, q-tips
How To
STEP 1: Bring 1 gallon of water to a boil then pour into your washing machine. Add borax, lemon juice and vinegar. Fill with hot water then let run through a cycle on the fastest/most aggressive cycle you have.
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| Debris and other gunk loosened from the boiling water |
STEP 2: Using a scrubbing brush and hot water, remove any stuck-on fabric softener or grime. Using q-tips and rags wipe down the exterior of your washer, paying close attention to the cracks and crevices where dirt collects. For stubborn stains - scrub with a paste made from baking soda and water.
STEP 3: Boil another gallon of water and pour into the washer - paying attention to any areas that were particularly dirty. Full with hot water and run washer again.
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