Laundry
3 guides in 2 sections
The washer, the dryer and the fabrics that come out of them smelling wrong. A clean machine washes better, and a clear dryer vent is a fire safety job as much as a cleaning one.
The washer and dryer
How to clean a dryer lint screen and the vent, safelyHow to clean a clothes dryer lint screen, the cavity behind it and the exhaust vent, to prevent fires, shorten drying times and stop the dryer running hot.
How to clean a washing machine, the drum, the drawer and the door sealHow to clean a front or top loading washing machine, including the drum, the detergent drawer, the door seal and the drain filter, to stop smells and mold.
Towels and fabrics
Musty towels and laundry: how to wash the smell out for goodHow to get the mildew smell out of towels and clothes, why it comes back, and how to wash, dry and store laundry so it stays fresh.