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Musty Smell Laundry Room
What is That Musty Smell in the Laundry Room?
Maybe you’ve recently started to notice a bit of an “off” odor in the laundry area and are wondering what’s going on. You keep the outside of your washing machine clean, but how often do you think to clean the inside? Doesn’t it clean itself with every wash load?
Not when you’re continually putting dirty laundry into it. Think about it –it’s dark and moist in there – the perfect place for mold and mildew to thrive.
If you’re like most people, it’s probably not very high on your to-do list, if you think about it at all. After all, you’re typically in and out of there as quickly as possible. It’s also difficult to see into all the nooks and crannies.
Unfortunately, whether your washing machine is older or brand new, it will eventually begin to smell musty. It’s important to know that mildew and mold are likely causing that odor, neither of which is anything you nor your family want to be breathing in.
THE EASIEST, MOST AFFORDABLE WAY TO KEEP YOUR WASHING MACHINE FRESH AND CLEAN FOR EVERYDAY USE
What Are Mold and Mildew?
Mold and mildew are nontechnical names that are commonly used interchangeably to refer to any indoor fungus. Each of them produces a musty odor, and both require moisture to grow indoors. As mold and mildew grow, they release gasses into the air, and spores travel through the house. They float through the air and settle on other dark, damp surfaces. Those spores are what you are inhaling and interpreting as a “musty” odor.
Combine the constant moisture with washing dirty clothes over and over in the same receptacle, and you have the perfect setting for bacteria to grow, thrive, and spread.
Why Are They Dangerous?
Both mold and mildew pose similar potential health risks, especially for the following groups of people:
- People with existing or prior respiratory conditions
- The immune-compromised
- The elderly
- People with existing allergies
- Pregnant women
- Infants and children
Furthermore, it is estimated that approximately 6-10% of the general population and 15-50% of the genetically predisposed population are particularly sensitive to mold allergens. For these people, exposure to molds can lead to symptoms such as:
- Stuffy nose
- Wheezing
- Red or itchy eyes or skin
- People with existing allergies
- More intense reactions if allergies or asthma is present
All that is to underscore the importance of keeping your washing machine clean on an ongoing basis for your health and the health of your family.
How Can You Solve the Problem?
If you try to fix it with things like air fresheners, plug-ins, or even candles, you’re only masking the symptom, which is the musty odor. Fortunately, there is an inexpensive, simple, and safe solution that addresses the underlying cause.
OdorCrush Washing Machine
Cleaner Tablet
We created OdorCrush tablets with a proprietary, non-toxic mix of detergents and eco-friendly cleaning agents to get to the root of the problem. You can simply run a washing machine cleaning tablet through a hot wash cycle and let it do the work for you!
When your washing machine is clean inside, not only do you immediately improve the inside environment of your entire home, but your clothes will finally be able to get truly clean and that musty odor will be gone.
A MUST-HAVE FOR EVERY HOME! ODOR ELIMINATOR AND DEODORIZER THAT KEEPS YOUR CLOTHES AND WASHING MACHINE FRESH AND CLEAN
