Cleaning Washing Machine Door Seal

You should also clean the outside of the washer door after you remove mold from rubber seal on washing machine.

Cleaning washing machine door seal.

The seal on the door of a front loading washing machine is imperative to keep the water inside and prevent leaks. Firstly mix together a homemade cleaning solution of 1 cup bleach and 1 cup baking soda and pour it into the detergent drawer. Grab a towel or rag and dip it in hot soapy water and scrub away. There is a simple method to clean washing machine door seals that will have your seal sparkling like new again in no time.

Add 1 cup of baking soda to the drum around the seal. Wipe the seal dry with a clean dry cloth. Run the empty machine on 90 c cycles. Even the strongest cleaning solutions may not entirely remove black mold stains without risking damage to the door seal.

Wipe clean with a cloth or towel dipped in a solution of washing up liquid and water. Use a solution of bleach and baking soda or vinegar baking soda and water. Dampen a clean cloth with water and wipe around the seal of the door to remove any loose dirt or debris. You can also use non toxic bathroom cleaner to get rid of mold and mildew or take advantage of hydrogen peroxide as an excellent choice for mold removal too.

Then add an additional cup of baking soda into the washing machine drum around the seal area. Rinse the seal with a clean damp cloth to finish removing any last bits of grime.