How to Clean a Washer and Dryer

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By mchapman
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Washers and dryers both need to be cleaned and maintained in order for them to work properly and efficiently. By following the steps below you will be ensured of your appliances being in good working order.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

vinegar and water
lemon juice concentrated
baking soda
old toothbrush
micro fiber cloths
borax

Step 1

Prepare the area for cleaning. Remove all unwanted debris from filter, rinse filter and set aside. Make sure to dust your appliances and vacuum around the area.
Step 2

Begin with a little white vinegar it is a wonderful cleaning agent. Adding some lemon juice to your water helps freshen up the appliance. In those hard to reach areas a mixture of baking soda and lemon juice will help loosen the dirt. Sprinkle baking soda then add lemon juice on top. It will fizz, then scrub with a hard toothbrush or power brushes.
Step 3

After cleaning, run your washer through cycle with vinegar and borax or baking soda. If your machine has a dispenser for clorax and softener a good rinse with hot water will help keep them clean.
Step 4

Now for the dryer: One of the least cleaned areas in a dryer is the filter. Clean filters cut down on drying time. Not only the filter in the dryer but the vent hose and the outside vent should be checked frequently. At least twice a year have a chimney sweep or a duct vent cleaner clean the dryer vents. The amount of lint build up will shock you.