Your washing machine give off a bad smell? Before changing the device, start by cleaning it from top to bottom, dirt may have piled up in the recesses. Here are some easy and inexpensive tricks.
The reasons for bad odors
The main causes of this inconvenience are generally:
- The stagnation of water in the washing machine which promotes the development of bacteria;
- Detergent residue accumulating in the detergent drawer or drum seals;
- A clogged filter;
- Mold growing;
- Improper maintenance of the device.