What ACTUALLY Happens When You Pour Vinegar in a Washing Machine?!

smells from towels, gym clothes, and other items that tend to hold onto odors.

Brightens Whites

The mild acidity of vinegar can help lift dinginess from white fabrics. It is a gentle alternative to bleach that does not weaken fibers over time.

Cleans the Machine Itself

Running a hot cycle with two cups of vinegar (without any clothes) can help clean the inside of your washing machine. It helps dissolve mineral buildup, soap scum, and mildew that can accumulate over time.

How to Use It Safely

For Laundry: Add half a cup of white vinegar to the fabric softener dispenser or directly to the rinse cycle. Do not pour it directly onto dry clothes, as it may cause color fading in some fabrics.

For Cleaning the Machine: Pour two cups of white vinegar into the detergent dispenser or directly into the drum. Run a hot, empty cycle. Follow with a