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How to Clean a Washing Machine {top loader}

How to clean a top loading washing machine, step-by-step tutorials | Ask Anna

Today I’m giving you two quick ways for how to clean a washing machine. I have written 2 posts about cleaning your washing machine, and they are both listed below.

Step 1
To clean the barrel of your washing machine click HERE for the full tutorial.
How to clean a top loading washing machine, step-by-step tutorials | Ask Anna
How to clean a top loading washing machine, step-by-step tutorials | Ask Anna
Step 2
To detail the inside pieces of your machine click HERE for the full tutorial. You will be amazed at what you find inside your machine!
How to clean a top loading washing machine, step-by-step tutorials | Ask Anna
How to clean a top loading washing machine, step-by-step tutorials | Ask Anna
I still get a lot of emails with readers asking me how to clean front-loading washing machines.  There is a great step-by-step post for how to do that HERE.

An important thing to note on this task is to make sure the washing machine is well rinsed between the vinegar and bleach cycles. If you prefer not to use bleach use hydrogen peroxide instead.

Have fun washing the washing machine!  You’ll be surprised by the transformation!

More washing machine posts!

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Comments

  1. Ashley says

    October 15, 2012 at 11:20 am

    I LOVE this website, and I really want to clean my washing machine, but when I click on “Part 1” and “Part 2,” it doesn’t take me to the right pages. It takes me to the dishwasher page, and I was wondering if I am clicking something wrong? Thanks for the help:)

    • Anna says

      October 15, 2012 at 1:52 pm

      Sorry about that! Thanks for letting me know, it’s all fixed now! To save you time though here are the links: Party 1: https://askannamoseley.com/2011/02/how-to-clean-the-washing-machine/ and Part 2: https://askannamoseley.com/2011/03/reader-question-cleaning-the-washing-machine-part-2/.

  2. Eric says

    November 4, 2012 at 2:44 am

    Anna ~

    It’s the combination of BLEACH and AMMONIA that releases CHLORINE gas, not vinegar. Do NOT combine bleach and ammonia or the results will damage the lining of your lungs. Vinegar, however, can be combined with any other chemical compound without any adverse effects!

    Great article!!!

  3. Eric says

    November 5, 2012 at 10:34 pm

    Additionally, I would add that using HOT water to fill up the washing machine’s tub works much better than warm or cold water.

    Thanks for a groovy website!!!

  4. Nichole Wright says

    July 24, 2013 at 6:15 pm

    Would you recommend using Tea Tree Oil instead of bleach for the second step? I’m not a bleach person, but I do want to make sure I get all the mold, mildew, and excess bacteria from my washing machine. How many drops would you suggest I add to my drum/tub full of water? Let it soak for an hour just them same, and then rinse?

    • Anna says

      July 24, 2013 at 9:39 pm

      I don’t have much experience with Tea Tree oil so I can’t be much help for you. Sorry.

  5. Flo Gilkey says

    December 15, 2014 at 5:11 pm

    Hi Anna,
    I just purchased a HE washer. So what do I do withe all my detergent that is not HE? Please don,t suggest I throw it away. Can I use smaller amounts, or do I have to rinse after each wash,etc?
    I look forward to your input.
    Thanks

    • Anna says

      December 16, 2014 at 10:52 am

      I would give it to a friend that doesn’t have an HE washer. 🙂 If you don’t want to do that, if it’s a powder detergent, I’d just add water to the scoop (right before you put it in the washer) to make it a liquid form.

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