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Freshly washed laundry smelling musty?

7 replies

brogueish · 12/09/2019 11:33

I don't understand it - my washing machine is only 6 months old, I use bio powder (not much), no conditioner, don't overload, run regular 90 degree washes with vinegar/soda crystals, but recently all my loads are coming out smelling less than fresh. This is on 20 and 40 degree cotton cycles. I dry it all straight away, either out on the line or on the heated airer.

What should I try next, please? Thanks in advance.

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ThePhoenixRises · 12/09/2019 11:48

Change washing powder and see if that helps.

NabooThatsWho · 12/09/2019 11:52

Do you leave the door open after each wash to let the machine dry out?
Is the detergent drawer cleaned regularly?

DDIJ · 12/09/2019 11:54

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CalmFizz · 12/09/2019 11:58

I’d try washing at 60.

NoWillpowerLeft · 12/09/2019 11:59

Yeah I don't think cycles below 60 really kill the smells.

brogueish · 12/09/2019 12:13

Thanks for all the replies!

@ThePhoenixRises I've tried three different powders, no change unfortunately.

@NabooThatsWho I do leave the door open and clean the drawer, seal, etc.

@DDIJ Laundry sanitiser, like the Dettol stuff? The washing doesn't go in especially grubby but will definitely give this a go.

@CalmFizz and @NoWillpowerLeft I will start using hotter cycles more often. I do use the 20 degree wash most often, thinking about it.

Many thanks - I appreciate all of your suggestions.

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Drogosnextwife · 12/09/2019 12:20

Try the detol washing machine cleaner. It's good.

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