In the future, run a monthly maintenance wash with hot water and vinegar (or a washing machine cleaning tablet) to prevent the issue from arising again. Also, make sure to always remove wet clothing ...

From the dishwasher to the shower to the washing machine, there is something particularly upsetting about a bad smell coming from an appliance or fixture in your home that is meant to clean. Of course ...

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