We have front loader washing machine and it smell like mildew what causes that smell and how do i get rid of i?

i just need to know how i can get rid of that smell Thanks Rachel VWe have front loader washing machine and it smell like mildew what causes that smell and how do i get rid of i?
my wife and i have the same problem


what she found out is to leave the door open after washing ...


it works / ps we also tried to wash with vinegar etc


the only thing that worked was to leave it open





good luckWe have front loader washing machine and it smell like mildew what causes that smell and how do i get rid of i?
What happens is that over a period of time, soap and softener builds up a film on the rubber door boot, and begin to mildew. So wash the door boot off with bleach and from now on try to wipe the boot off when done with your laundry, and leave the door partially open. If I knew what brand it was I might be able to help further. As some manufactures have come up with solutions.


Good Luck


28 yrs sales and service
All the answers here to this question are great. In addition, take out the ';dispenser'; drawer and clean it well with hot water and some bleach. The drawer often has mildew growth on the underside from fabric softener and detergents. You could also run a load empty on hot water with some chlorine bleach after having cleaned the door, drawer, and lint trap.
Clean the filters and door seals, and leave the door open after doing a wash. Check your machine's manual for further details of things like where the filters are located.
i always wipe dry the door and seal after washing


there is a product on the market to help with front loader odours, sorry i can't remember the name