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There are a lot of things to love about a front-loading washing machine, such as the fact that many of them can hold a whole lot of clothes and the fact that they do not use as much water or energy as some top-loading models. However, there is one thing that can drive front-loading washing machine owners crazy: the odor. Front-loading washing machines can be more prone to moisture-related odors, but luckily, there are ways to prevent these smells. Follow these tips if you'd like to prevent odors in your front-loading washing machine.

1. Leave the Door Open

One major cause of the odors in a front-loading washing machine is closing the door and allowing the moisture to sit in closed, warm conditions. If you leave your front-loading washing machine door open when it's not in use, you can help your machine air itself out, which can help prevent these odors. Just use caution when doing so; the door could pose a tripping hazard if it's left open in an area where your family walks frequently, and if you have small children in the home, you do have to worry about them crawling inside.

2. Clean it Regularly

A front-loading washing machine may need to be cleaned more regularly than a top-loading washing machine, but if you keep up with it, it should not be too much of a burden. A clean, damp cloth and your favorite cleaning solution should work just fine for cleaning the door and the seal that holds the door closed. If there is any mold or mildew growth, using a diluted solution of bleach and water can help you get rid of it.

3. Run Vinegar Through the Machine

Periodically, it's smart to run a wash cycle in your washing machine without any clothes or detergent. Instead, pour in around a cup of white vinegar. This will help clean the washing machine and will help get rid of any odors. You may smell a faint vinegar scent at first, but it should go away relatively quickly. Another option is to add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the vinegar before adding it to the washing machine; this can help give your washing machine and your laundry room a nice, pleasant smell.

As you can see, there are a few steps that you can take to help prevent odors in your front-loading washing machine. If you follow these tips, you might just find that your front-loading washing machine smells fresher than it has since you've owned it.

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