So if you re looking to prevent dryer fires in your home read on to learn everything you ll need to know about keeping your dryer vents nice and clean Step 1 Prepare Your Dryer for the Cleaning Before you can begin cleaning your dryer vents you must first unplug your dryer Also if you own a gas dryer make sure the gas has been shut off
Jul 26 2018 · I had no idea how to clean my washer dryer combo from the inside until just a few months ago My unit started taking forever to dry a load of clothes which was the same problem I had back in 2016 when I ended up replacing the whole unit This time a friend suggested an article from Makarios RV in Indianapolis
How to Get Moldy Smell Out of a Dryer The moldy smell in your dryer could be a result of leaving wet clothes in the dryer too long or built up lint that has become damp and moldy It s best to
Clean the moisture sensors Most newer dryers have sensor bars that tell the dryer to shut off when the load is dry If you use dryer sheets residue from the sheet s fabric softener can make sensors think the load is dry when it s still damp Clean the sensor bars every 6 months or so or if the dryer is consistently under drying the laundry
Tires of buying those air fresheners that don t work Then try something you already have at home In this home and garden how to video our host shows you how to use dryer sheets and a fat to give any room a fresh clean sent If you don t have a fan its ok use any vent and two dryer sheets to
Once this was all done we ran an extra steam cycle in the dryer with a wet towel Now I went and placed the wet laundry in the laundry basket back into the washing machine washing it with a detergent and white vinegar rinse again just in case Laundered as usual with the washing machine and dryer
How To Clean a Dryer Vent A dryer vent that s clogged with lint can reduce the appliance s efficiency and could be a potential fire hazard Here s how to get your vent clean and keep it that way
The vent on a clothes dryer can become clogged with lint over time causing the dryer to dry less efficiently and resulting in dangerous house fires To clean your dryer vent remove the outside cover on the vent and use a special lint brush with an extendable handle to clean the inside of the pipe Watch this video to
Once you feel like the vent trap is clean you can move on to the dryer vent duct behind your dryer Use the large dryer vent duct brush to clean out the duct Move it carefully spinning while you push it in Pull it out and remove the lint from the brush If you find much lint on it repeat the step again I never find too much lint in the duct
Whether you ve invested in a high end hair dryer such as the Dyson hair dryer something mid level like the T3 hair dryer or Chi hair dryer or even a more moderately priced brand like a Conair hair dryer if you fail to properly maintain it it will most certainly stop working at some point Furthermore using an attachment such as a hair dryer diffuser can add an additional reason for your
Drop a dryer sheet into the bottom of a gym bag and leave it there until your nose lets you know it s time to renew it Use dryer sheets to freshen these other items istock Amarita
Mar 04 2020 · Your dryer duct is a fire hazard here s how to clean it Dirty dryer ducts aren t just disgusting they re a serious fire hazard In fact one major cause of house fires is dusty lint filled
How to Clean Your Dryer If you don t know how to clean a dryer vent or lint screen and trap here s how in eight quick steps 1 1 Turn off and unplug dryer To clean the dryer vent first unplug your dryer from the wall socket If you have a gas dryer it will also be
Jul 31 2006 · Sometimes it is not a matter of keeping the lint trap clean Lint can also accumulate in the hose to the exhaust behind the dryer I have the hubby pull out the dryer vacuum up the lint that has accumulated behind the machine and disconnect the hose from the back of the dryer
How to deep clean your dryer duct in 5 steps
Fill the empty washer with hot water as if you re doing a large load of laundry Add the quart of bleach and let the full machine run for one minute to mix up the bleach with the water Open the top of the machine and let it sit all bleach y and full for an hour At the end of the hour shut the cover and let the machine run a complete
How to Freshen Pillows Kaye Wagner Pin Share Tweet Do not put pillows in the dryer as the heat will ruin or potentially melt the Tip Air the pillows out once every few months by hanging them on a drying line or by placing them in the direct sunlight outside The sun can kill surface bacteria and the outside air freshens the pillow
Lastly clean the exhaust on the back of the dryer by loosening the clamp and taking the exhaust off With your hands remove all of the lint you can Then use a dryer cleaning brush or clothes hanger to remove the clumps of lint you couldn t reach with your hands
How to clean your dryer s interior To clean the lint filter pull out the filter and remove the lint Wash the filter gently under running water to remove any additional lint and allow it to completely dry Reinsert the filter into the dryer For instructions on how to clean the condenser visit this page
If you prefer you can hire a professional to clean the dryer for you If you decide to do so have the cleaning service clean the interior of the dryer as well Your dryer places a big role in your laundry routine Cleaning it properly will keep it rolling
One of my favorite tips to share on how to make clothes smell fresh is to add a dryer sheet in between each piece of clothing This helps dirty laundry smell better clean clothing can still smell clean and it also adds a fresh scent to your luggage I put one in between clothing and one loose in my luggage Remember be careful with delicate
Oct 31 2019 · How to Clean a Dryer Vent DIY Kit so you don t set your house on fire Our dryer vent wasn t cleaned out ever in almost 20 years That is a lot of lint which is a fire starter
May 03 2014 · Simple Fresh Laundry Cleaning Ideas Clean My Space Is cleaning your washer and dryer on your to do list Great In this video I ll show you how to properly clean your washing machine and
How To Clean And Maintain Your Dryer To Avoid A Fire A few simple tasks could help you avoid a disaster Jill Nystul · March 29 2017 Today s post comes straight from the file of stuff I should probably be doing more often I want to talk about your clothes dryer and how to clean and maintain it properly
Nov 04 2014 · Clean The Drum The next step in eliminating foul dryer odors is to clean the inside of the drum – the basket that holds the clothes After disconnecting your dryer from the wall outlet fill a spray bottle with filtered white apple cider vinegar and spray down the inside of the drum
Sep 25 2007 · I clean all three of my wool coats each fall using Dry Cleaner s Secret Its sold in the laundry aisle as Dryel is but its cheaper and easier to use You simply throw in your garment into the dryer with a moist DCS towelette If you break it down each towelette costs about 2
The vent on a clothes dryer can become clogged with lint over time causing the dryer to dry less efficiently and resulting in dangerous house fires To clean your dryer vent remove the outside cover on the vent and use a special lint brush with an extendable handle to clean the inside of the pipe Watch this video to find out more