Lord multi-purpose cleaner removes all plaque in the washing machine drum - 99% clean

A washing machine is an extremely useful appliance in modern life, making the housework lighter and saving a good deal of time. Using it every day, though, builds up soiling inside that is very hard to spot. So that you are not at a loss when it comes to cleaning the appliance, take a look at Vilaco's guide below to cleaning your washing machine and its drum.

CLEAN YOUR WASHING MACHINE PROPERLY & EFFECTIVELY WITH THESE METHODS

Cleaning a washing machine is extremely simple and takes little time once we know how. First, read the guide to cleaning a washing machine below.

How to clean the outside of a washing machine

What you need:

• A soft cloth
• A specialist cleaning solution
• Glass cleaner

Method:

Step 1: dip a soft cloth in the cleaning solution and wipe gently over the outside surfaces of the machine. 

Step 2: spray glass cleaner onto the glass door and wipe clean

Note: use a soft cloth and wipe gently. Do not scrub too hard, which easily causes scratches and spoils the look. 

How to clean the build-up inside a washing machine drum

How to clean the inside of a washing machine

Some effective ways to clean the drum you should know

The drum is where dirt regularly settles and where rust and damage easily develop, so read the guide to cleaning the drum below carefully and follow each step in turn.

Take a look at the drum self-clean setting built into the appliance.

How to clean the drum with baking soda

What you need: 

• Hot water
• Baking soda (NaHCO3) (vinegar or a specialist cleaning solution can be used instead

Method:

Step 1: put hot water into the machine (you can add vinegar directly to the water) and pour baking soda into the detergent drawer.

Step 2: start a normal wash - rinse - spin cycle to run the machine.

Step 3: once the normal wash cycle finishes, you can run another rinse cycle to make sure the cleaning is as thorough as you want. 

A great many people have followed this guide to cleaning a washing machine with baking soda and seen clear results. 

Using a specialist multi-purpose cleaner is how many families do it today

How to clean the drum with chlorine

What you need:

• A little chlorine (available from a pharmacy)
• 2 - 3 litres of hot water

Method:

Step 1: put the chlorine straight into the drum on machines with a hot wash setting. On machines without that setting, heat water separately, pour it into the drum and add the chlorine last. 

Step 2: start a soak wash cycle so the machine cleans more deeply. 

Note: cleaning a washing machine or drum with chlorine leaves a strong chlorine smell on your clothes. To reduce that, you will need to use a deodorising solution or fabric softener as well. 

A detergent and softener drawer left uncleaned for a long time develops mould and bacteria, which has a bad effect on the user's health.

How to clean the detergent and softener drawer

A detergent and softener drawer left uncleaned for a long time develops mould and bacteria, which has a bad effect on the user's health.

What you need:

• Dishwashing liquid
• A sponge
• A cleaning solution

Method:

Step 1: remove the detergent drawer and rinse it briefly in cold water

Step 2: prepare a basin of warm water with a little mild cleaning solution and soak the drawer overnight

Step 3: after 8 - 10 hours of soaking, wash the drawer again with a little dishwashing liquid and refit it to the machine. 

LORD MULTI-PURPOSE DRAIN CLEANER - LIFTS EVERY BIT OF BUILD-UP IN THE DRUM QUICKLY AND EFFECTIVELY

Lord multi-purpose drain cleaner lifts every bit of build-up and the black detergent marks clinging to the machine walls effectively. It also removes odours and makes sure clothes come out of the wash clean and fresh, with no smell clinging to them.

With Lord multi-purpose drain cleaner, you no longer have to worry or pay for a repair every time your household pipes block or back up. With just 500ml of Lord multi-purpose drain cleaner, even what seems the most difficult problem can be solved with good results, keeping your household pipes clear and clean.

Do not use the drum to soak or bleach clothes with bleach or strong cleaning solutions.

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