Clean front-load washer door gasket
Why it matters
The rubber gasket folds hold moisture and create a perfect environment for mold — which then grows into your clothes and causes that persistent musty smell. Monthly cleaning takes 2 minutes.
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How to do it
- 1
Pull back the rubber gasket folds.
- 2
Wipe with a cloth dipped in a bleach-water solution (1 tablespoon bleach per quart of water) or white vinegar.
- 3
Scrub any visible black spots.
- 4
Leave the door open between washes to allow drying.