After washing, the laundry smells unpleasant: why is this happening and how to deal with it?

The fact that the laundry after washing should be clean and exude a pleasant aroma is undeniable.

But what if after washing it smells and is not fresh at all. It's time to think about the reason, find it and eliminate it.

You can do it yourself quite well. Getting rid of the musty smell coming from the laundry is also possible at home.

In this article, we will tell you why the laundry smells unpleasant after washing in the washing machine, what to do to return a pleasant aroma to the washed things.

Reasons why laundry smells sour or rotten

The most common source of stench is moisture that remains in the drum. and folds of the hatch gum after washing. Due to it, high humidity is created inside the machine.

Then the linen after washing gives off sour. Laundry smells the same if it is not removed from the drum for a long time after scrolling.

There are a number of other reasons freshly washed laundry smells bad:

1. Wrong choice of washing powder... Sometimes, even a high-quality expensive detergent leads to the appearance of an unpleasant smell from the laundry if it is not used according to the instructions.

   So, dry compositions at a low-temperature washing mode (below 60 ° C) do not fully dissolve and remain on the walls of the tray, drum and drain hose. After a while, this adhering mass begins to exude a stench.

2. Excess washing powder... The result will be the same as in the previous case. The remains of the powder are not completely washed out of things and settle on the internal elements of the machine, eventually forming a foul-smelling mucus.
3. Lack of proper care of the washing machine... It is important to systematically inspect and clean the items available for this. Particular attention must be paid to filters, the sealing rubber of the hatch and the detergent drawer. Mold usually forms there over time.
4. Long-term storage of contaminated items in a closed drum of the machine... Since this is not a very suitable place for this kind of storage, the combination of dirt and high humidity results in a persistent rotten smell. It is advisable to purchase a separate basket for such purposes.

Sometimes things after washing give off the drain. This is normal if the drain hose of the machine is not properly connected. Violation of the water discharge technology leads to the penetration of the smell of sewage into the fabric.

A strong chemical or rubbery smell from the washed laundry is possible when using new technology. No need to panic, as this is quite normal and will disappear after two or three washes. It is better to run the first 2-3 cycles idle.

How to prevent the formation of "odor"?

In order not to look for ways to get rid of the unpleasant odor later and not wonder why this happens, certain preventive measures should be followed:

• after each start of the washing machine, wipe the tray and the rubber cuff with a dry cloth to remove the remaining liquid;
• keep the hatch door always slightly open for ventilation, especially if the machine is installed in the bathroom;
• if possible, once a month, clean the filter and drain the accumulated water from the tank;
• put dirty laundry in a specially designed basket, and not in the drum of the machine;
• wash at a high temperature at least once a week so that hot water rinses out the remaining detergent from the inside;
• strictly follow the instructions regarding the amount of detergent used and use only high-quality powders;
• do not keep the washed items in the tank, but immediately take them out and dry well.

How to eliminate ambergris in a washing machine?

Step-by-step instructions for leveling the stench in the washing machine:

1. With a highly absorbent cloth, remove the remaining moisture from the inside of the washing machine immediately after washing.
2. Carefully wipe the gum seal, pushing the folds apart with your fingers. Then wash it with dishwashing detergent and rinse with clean water.
3. Additionally, the available internal elements of the machine are treated with the following solution: for 200-220 ml of water - 30 g of soda. After that, wipe with a napkin dipped in 9% vinegar.
4. Start an empty wash cycle at a temperature of 90-95 ᵒС. Citric acid is poured into the powder cuvette, which will effectively eliminate third-party odors and scale.
5. When half of the allotted time for the mode has passed, press the pause and disconnect the device from the power supply. Then the button is pressed again and the cycle is completed.
6. At the end, a rinse is started to help rinse out the remaining citric acid.

You can use any chlorine product or baking soda instead of lemon powder.

If the water comes out of the sink slowly, you need to clean it. To remove the blockage, use industrial means or use a special cable with a nozzle.

In the event that the washing machine itself is the cause of the badly smelling washed laundry, it is recommended to use preparations for cleaning it:

1. Tiret - a liquid agent that well removes soap and lime accumulations in individual parts of the washing machine.

   It is necessary to start an empty wash cycle with it. It is advisable to carry out this procedure twice a year.

2. Smelloff - a synthetic odor neutralizer in the form of a spray that will help to cope with the problem. You will need to spray it from the inside on the drum surface, cuvette and drain.
3. Beckmann - an effective agent for removing dirt inside the unit, at the same time providing a disinfectant effect.
4. MagicPower - copes well with scale.

A number of progressive cleaners can be added to the presented list: Miele, BorkK8P, "Anti-scale", Calgon, Topperr 3004.

Such chemicals do an excellent job with any dirt.... Only when working with them is it necessary to adhere to safety precautions:

• wear protective gloves on your hands,
• avoid contact of the active composition on the skin and mucous membranes.

It is also necessary to ventilate the machine and the room after cleaning, and be sure to take into account all the manufacturer's recommendations.

For what it will be necessary to disconnect it, disassemble and remove the heating element, filters. It is better not to do this yourself in the absence of relevant experience, but to seek help from specialists.

What to do if clothes smell bad?

When a subtle unpleasant smell comes from the washed things, then it will be enough to hang the laundry in the fresh air.

It is good if the day is windy and sunny. In this case, the laundry will quickly acquire a fresh scent. And here it is impossible to dry indoors - this will not help get rid of the stenchon the contrary, it will strengthen it.

In the case of a strong and persistent smell of rottenness (mildew) from things, you must resort to rinsing in water with the addition of a scented rinse aid. After that, prolonged drying in the fresh air is required.

Folk recipes

Sometimes rinsing and airing the washed laundry is not enough to restore its freshness. Then it is recommended to use some effective folk remedies, which are presented in the table:

Chemicals

You can rehabilitate things after an unsuccessful wash with the help of special chemicals that effectively deal with unpleasant odors.

So, Dr. Beckmann company, produces various products for the care of things and fabrics, as well as for household appliances. Their range of products has some pretty productive odor removers.

Thanks to their unique formula, it is possible to destroy pathogenic bacteria from deep within the fibers. These products are used according to the instructions: added during washing in powder or poured instead of rinse aid.

Another option is Denkmit Hygienespüler... The product is suitable for all types of fabrics. It is hypoallergenic, so it is indicated for use when washing even baby clothes. As a result, it contributes to the destruction of fungi and bacteria in the tissues by almost 100%, gives the products freshness.

If 1 specific product stinks

Often, after washing, not all laundry smells, but individual items (for example, terry towel or bathrobe). The washing machine is clearly not to blame.

A similar phenomenon is usually observed due to an incorrectly selected detergent. or washing mode. Therefore, you must first study the manufacturer's recommendations on the product label.

Therefore, it is better to dry terry products on a ventilated balcony or outdoors in the summer, and in the winter - on a battery or electric heated towel rail.

You can return such a thing to a wonderful aroma by rinsing in vinegar solution and re-drying in the fresh air.

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Conclusion

Systematic cleaning of the washing machine, adherence to preventive measures and proper washing of things will help to avoid the occurrence of third-party odors. AND the methods discussed will help to cope with such a problem when it occurs.

If, after trying all the options for eliminating the unpleasant odor from the washed laundry, there is no result, there is a high probability of a serious malfunction in the device. Then you should contact the household appliances repair service.