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I’m a cleaning expert – here’s how to get your washing machine smelling fresh again with ‘life-changing’ tip
A CLEANING expert has revealed how to get your washing machine smelling fresh again - and it won't break the bank.
Cleaning hack influencer @brunchwithbabs showcases how two household ingredients can help prevent a smelly washer.
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The content creator begins the video by asking her 2.3 million Instagram followers: "Have you ever forgotten to change the laundry load and left the wet load in the washer overnight only to find a smelly washer the next day?"
Babs reveals the solution to giving your washing machine the "spa treatment" is simply lemon and toothpaste.
After removing a cluster of washing from her machine, Babs inserts a halved and deseeded lemon with a swirl of toothpaste on each side.
The influencer suggests that "about a tablespoon" of toothpaste is sufficient.
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She continues: "Just put both halves of your lemon in your washing machine and run your speed was on hot.
"And that's it".
The handy tip offers an inexpensive alternative to supermarket offerings.
Babs concludes: "So remember, you can buy those expensive washing machine cleaners.
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"Or you can make your own."
The video has racked up over 91,000 likes on Instagram - with many users paying tribute to the influencer's savvy advice.
One commented: "How do you know all these things Babs?!?
"Genius!!!"
Another chimed in: "I just did this. Smells so good!"
A third said: "Aunty babs! Thanks for this .. my machine no longer has that funky smell and nothing else worked!"
It comes after one cleaning expert revealed the three areas of your home that you're overlooking - and how you can target those "out of sight" areas.
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