- 1). Wet a sponge and sprinkle baking soda on it. Scrub the inside of the washing machine to scour away the grease and oil. Frequently rinse off the sponge and apply more baking soda to continue scrubbing.
- 2
An old toothbrush effectively cleans small grooves and places.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images
Clean tight spaces and the grooves and holes in the sides of the washing machine with an old toothbrush. Use baking soda sprinkled on the toothbrush to break down grease in these spots as well. - 3). Wipe the inside of the washing machine with a damp cloth to remove baking soda and grease residue. Dry the metal surface with clean, dry cloths.
- 4). Swipe your finger over the surface of the inside of the wash machine to see if it still feels greasy. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 if the grease residue still feels heavy.
- 5). Run the washing machine on a full cycle with hot water. Add 1 cup white vinegar to the wash cycle to remove any last traces of grease and oil and clean out the inner areas of the washing machine. Leave the door open after the cycle is finished so the surface can air dry.
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