3 Health Problems Mold Can Cause, And Why Your Washer May Be The Culprit

Mold can cause a host of health problems including asthma, increased susceptibility to flu and colds, and sinus infections. Because mold thrives in damp conditions, it can live in many places around your home such as the shower, under carpeting and wallpaper, in the basement and surprisingly even in your washing machine. Washer mildew can linger in your laundry room and transfer to your clothes, increasing your risk for mold-related health problems. Read More…

Posted under How to Avoid Health Issues, How to Get Help with Allergies and Asthma

This post was written by smellywasher on September 14, 2009

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Eliminate Pesky “Grease” Stains Caused By Your Washer

Have you ever put your clothes in the washer perfectly clean (ok, dirty, but perfectly clean otherwise), and have them come out of the dryer with pesky “grease” stains? You have to ask yourself if you did something wearing those clothes that would have caused the stains. When you realize there’s no way you had, you turn your attention to your washer and/or dryer. Yes, one of them is to blame. Read on for
the cause of these pesky stains and how to eliminate the little rascals. Read More…

Posted under How to Have Fresh Smelling Laundry, Smelly Washer Cleaner

This post was written by smellywasher on August 31, 2009

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Can Washer Mildew Be Harmful To Your Health?

Let’s just answer this one right out of the gate. YES! Mold, mildew, and fungus can be harmful to your health. Mold is a growth of fungi that lives and feeds off an organic matter in moist conditions. Damp clothes left in your washer, residual water, lint, hair, and detergent suds can all lead to an infestation of washer mildew.

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Posted under How to Avoid Health Issues, How to Clean Your Appliances, How to Get Rid of Mildew Smell from Towels and Clothing

This post was written by smellywasher on August 28, 2009

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How To Clean Under The Agitator Of A Stinky Washing Machine

A stinky washing machine is no laughing matter. Not only can it cause your laundry room and surrounding area to reek, it can also be the source of stinky, mildewed towels and clothing. All of which can be embarrassing and downright miserable to live with. If you’ve tried the traditional methods of cleaning your washing machine without success, the source of the stink may be hidden. Read More…

Posted under How to Avoid Health Issues, How to Clean Your Appliances

This post was written by smellywasher on August 14, 2009

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3 Secrets For Removing Mildew Odors From Towels

Nothing’s worse than a lingering mildew odor in your linen closet when your towels are supposed to be “spring fresh.” But don’t despair. If your towels are smelly, there are a few simple secrets that will help break the mildew cycle and prevent it from returning. Read More…

Posted under How to Avoid Health Issues, How to Get Rid of Mildew Smell from Towels and Clothing

This post was written by smellywasher on August 10, 2009

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Why You Have A Musty, Stinky Washing Machine

If you have a stinky washing machine, don’t panic. A number of issues can cause a smelly washer. The most important thing is to take care of the mold and mildew that cause the musty smell as soon as possible by cleaning your washer with washer cleaner. If you don’t address the mold and mildew problem immediately with washer cleaner, the musty smell can transfer to your clothing and to other rooms in your home. This post looks at a few of the main reasons you may have a stinky washing machine. Read More…

Posted under How to Get Rid of Foul Odor

This post was written by smellywasher on June 19, 2009

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