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What causes the musty laundry smell and what you can do about it (www.abc.net.au)

submitted 5 days ago by TheWitchofThornbury@aussie.zone to c/melbourne@aussie.zone

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[–] WhatAmLemmy@lemmy.world 3 points 5 days ago* (last edited 5 days ago)

You don't need ammonia. Just warm cycle and a half cup of detergent. Fill the softener dispenser with vinegar. Extra rinse cycle is good to remove any residue. Hang within a few hours of washing. If you can't hang them outside, aim a fan at the hanger.

I haven't had this problem in years.