Here are some mistakes when using the washing machine:

1. Do not take out the clothes to dry immediately after washing

Many people have the habit of not taking them out to dry immediately after washing, but leave them for a while, even overnight.

After washing, you should dry them immediately so that the clothes are flat and free of bacteria...

After washing, you should dry them immediately so that the clothes are flat and free of bacteria...

However, this is a wrong habit, because the washed clothes are damp, leaving them in the washing machine will cause the washing machine to have a lot of steam and create ideal conditions for bacteria and mold to grow.

This not only makes the clothes smell bad, but the washing machine itself will also have an unpleasant smell. Therefore, after washing, you should take them out to dry immediately, do not leave the clothes in the washing machine for too long.

2. Close the washing machine lid immediately after washing and take out the clothes

Experts advise that after taking the clothes out of the washing machine, you should not close the washing machine lid immediately but should open it for about 2-3 hours before closing it again, especially with horizontal drum washing machines (front doors). The reason is that front-loading washing machines are designed with a barrier and rubber gasket to prevent water from spilling out during operation.

However, because of this feature, the remaining steam and moisture inside the washing machine after the washing cycle is finished will not be able to evaporate and escape. This will create a favorable environment for bacteria and mold to grow and develop, making our clothes even dirtier.

In addition, you should not open the washing machine lid for a long time to avoid dust falling into the washing machine. Moreover, with horizontal drum washing machines, opening the washing machine lid for too long will also obstruct the passage, affecting the connection between the door and the body of the washing machine.

3. Wash underwear with a washing machine

It is certain that 90% of people have the habit of washing underwear with a washing machine, but this is a wrong habit. Studies have shown that there is an average of 0.1g of feces stuck in a pair of underwear and about 100 million E.coli bacteria.

Underwear should be washed by hand, thoroughly scrubbed to remove stains. If possible, wash with warm water, avoid putting it in the washing machine with other clothes to avoid spreading bacteria. After washing, dry it in a cool place, under the sun to dry and disinfect.

4. Wash bedding with cold water

Blankets, bed sheets, and pillowcases are very susceptible to dust mites. Not only that, they are also prone to yellow stains due to dead cells and sweat secreted from the body.

When washing with cold water, you will save some electricity but will not remove the yellow stains or kill bacteria effectively.

It is best to wash them with hot water every 2 weeks, but be careful not to use water that is too hot to avoid deforming the material.

5. Cleaning the washing machine

There are small gaps and holes between the washing drum and the outer shell of the washing machine for water to enter and exit. During the washing process, some dirt will stick to the inside of the washing machine or the corners of the drain pipe through these small gaps and holes, thereby breeding bacteria.