Bacteria can build up in your clothes and washing machine and spread unpleasant odors. Here are a few simple tips on how to get rid of bacteria and what to look out for when dealing with bacteria.
When someone is ill
If there is a risk of infection because someone is ill, it is advisable to wash the laundry as quickly as possible so that the germs cannot spread in the laundry basket. Wash the laundry at 60 degreesThis is guaranteed to kill the bacteria.
If the detergent contains bleach, 40 to 50 degrees is also sufficient to kill the bacteria.
If the laundry smells
If your laundry smells unpleasant, bacteria may have settled in your washing machine. Therefore, descale your washing machine every few months. Our calcbusters are perfect for this. The small pre-dosed pads remove limescale, bacteria and unpleasant odors.
You can find all the information about our calcbusters in this blog.