07/26/2026
Tracy Talk: CLEAN your washing machine. If your clothes smell musty after washing it’s likely because your washing machine is gross.
Mine is a couple years old. Not only do I keep the outside wiped but I keep the inside clean as well. I take apart the fabric softener dispenser and clean all the components usually about once a week. Rinse out the bleach compartment and the ledge in the lid. It takes about 3 minutes if you’re keeping up with it.
And yes, I absolutely prefer the old school washers with the agitator. They get clothes noticeably cleaner than the ones with no agitator.
If you want your clothes actually clean and smelling fresh do your washer upkeep.