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You separate your lights and darks, use the best detergent (hello, Nellie's Laundry Soda), and never skip a load - but there's one laundry habit you might be overlooking. And it's quietly sabotaging your clean laundry goals.
The one thing you're forgetting to clean? Your laundry appliances.
We're talking about the washing machine drum, the detergent drawer, and that dryer lint trap. Yep, even your machines need a little TLC to keep your clothes truly fresh and clean.
Here's why it matters - and how to do it right.
1. Washer Drum: Dirtier Than You Think
Even though it's filled with soap and water every cycle, your washer drum isn't self-cleaning. Over time, detergent residue, body oils, dirt, and even mould can build up inside.
Why It Matters:
A dirty drum can make your clean clothes smell musty and reduce your washer's efficiency.
How to Clean It:
- Add 2 scoops of Nellie's Oxygen Brightener directly into the drum.
- Run a hot wash cycle (without laundry) to dissolve grime and kill bacteria.
- Leave the door open after each load to prevent moisture buildup.
Do this monthly to keep things fresh and prevent hidden funk from ruining your laundry.
2. Detergent Drawer: A Hidden Germ Haven
That little drawer you pour detergent into? It collects residue and gunk.
Why It Matters: Buildup in your detergent drawer can clog the system, grow mould, and stop detergent from properly reaching your laundry.
How to Clean It:
- Remove the drawer (Check your washer manual).
- Soak in warm water mixed with Nellie's Dish Butter.
- Scrub it with a soft brush or Swedish Dishcloth, rinse, and dry before putting it back.
3. Dryer Lint Trap: Not Just About Fire Safety
You probably already clean the lint trap between loads (good job!) - but when's the last time you gave it a deep clean?
Why It Matters:
Lint buildup not only poses a fire hazard, but it also slows drying time and makes your dryer work harder, increasing your energy bill.
How to Clean it:
- Remove the lint screen and vacuum the trap housing.
- Wash the screen with warm, soapy water to remove any dryer sheet residue.
- Let it dry completely before placing it back.
Pro Tip: Ditch the dryer sheets and use Lamby Wool Dryerballs to cut static and dry time without leaving gunky residue behind.
4. Bonus: Don't Forget the Floor + Surfaces
Dust and detergent spills can pile up under machines or along the edges of your laundry room.
Quick fix: Wipe down with Nellie's All-Purpose Cleaner and a Swedish Dishcloth to keep the space clean, calm and clutter-free.
Keep Your Machines as Clean as Your Clothes
A clean laundry room = fresher laundry, better machine performance, and fewer smells. It only takes a few minutes, but it makes a huge difference.
- Try Nellie's Oxygen Brightener for deep cleaning your washer drum.
- Use Laundry Soda or Cubes to reduce residue and buildup.
- Switch to Lamby Wool Dryerballs for better dryer performance.